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MakerSpace KITS are available!
MakerSpace KITS are available!
Our MakerSpace is a collaborative work space inside the library media center for making, learning, exploring ,and sharing that uses high tech to no tech tools. The resources and activities in the MakerSpace provides hands-on learning, helps with critical thinking skills, and even boosts self-confidence. Various KITS are now available to check out and take home in support of remote access. See what's available below!
Additional Technology Information Available
Additional Technology Information Available
Chromebooks and Chargers - We NO LONGER have Chromebooks or chargers for loan. But since we are a 1 to 1 school, you are welcome to bring yours into the library anytime.
If you are needing help with you Chromebook, be sure to complete the form:
Green Screen or Chroma-Key
Green Screen or Chroma-Key
What is a Green Screen?
A green screen is a technique that involves adding visual effects or filming a person in front of solid color. It is mainly used by professionals to add special effects in videos or images. The green screen enables you to add a background of your choice behind actors.
Our physical Green Screen is available upon request for teachers and students to use for class projects. Film your video in front of the Green Screen with your phone or Chromebook. Be sure to consider some of the Tech Tips provided in the Getting Started handout to the right:
On your phone, an App (there are many free ones and ones that charge a fee) must be downloaded to your cell phone to edit and produce your final video . This article, 25 Best FREE Green Screen (Chroma Key) Software & Apps in 2021 has a nice selection of resources.
On your Chromebook, WeVideo has a green screen filter that allows you to produce your final video with your desired back ground.
For more instructions, please see The Librarian.
Coding Challenges
Coding Challenges
Several resources are provided below to get you starting in coding.
Several resources are provided below to get you starting in coding.
The Hour of Code in a yearly challenge that provides a basic level introduction to block based coding.
Blockly Games is a series of educational games that teach programming. It is designed for those who have not had prior experience with computer programming.
CS Fundamentals & Discoveries allows students learn to create computer programs that will help them learn to collaborate with others, develop problem-solving skills, and persist through difficult tasks.
Hour of Code
Hour of Code
Complete a Challenge!
#1 Go to: studio.code.org/hoc/1
#2 ~ Watch the Video
#3 ~ Complete the MAZE Challenges
#4 ~ Print / Save Certificate
Blockly Games
Blockly Games
Blockly Games is a series of educational games that teach programming. It is designed for those who have not had prior experience with computer programming. By the end of these games, players are ready to use conventional text-based languages.
https://blockly-games.appspot.com/
Earn a certificate for your completing the challenges.
Computer Science Fundamentals
Computer Science Fundamentals
Learn at your own pace, build real working apps, games and websites using blocks, JavaScript, CSS, HTML and more.
Learn the fundamentals with self-paced course which is a great option for getting started on your own. You'll learn the fundamentals of computer science with drag & drop blocks, create your own drawings and games. Visit the course catalog for more choices.
What is CS Discoveries?
What is CS Discoveries?
Computer Science Discoveries is an introductory computer science course for HS students. Mapped to CTSA standards, the course takes a wide lens on computer science by covering topics such as problem solving, programming, physical computing, user centered design, and data, while inspiring students as they build their own websites, apps, animations, games, and physical computing systems.
Contact Mr.s Pearson if you'd like to enroll in this course.
STEAM KITS available to take home!
STEAM KITS available to take home!
Programmable Robots:
Programmable Robots:
Introducing some remarkably cool, programmable robots and STEAM-based educational tools that transform the way you learn, create and invent through coding, science, music, and the arts. Meet Sphero Mini, Sphero SPRK+, Ollie & Darkside, and DASH & CUE... ALL are available in the Learning Commons!
Introducing some remarkably cool, programmable robots and STEAM-based educational tools that transform the way you learn, create and invent through coding, science, music, and the arts. Meet Sphero Mini, Sphero SPRK+, Ollie & Darkside, and DASH & CUE... ALL are available in the Learning Commons!
Sphero Mini
Sphero Mini
Sphero Mini is ideal at home for individualized learning. Beginner learners can drive and play STEM-inspired games with the Sphero Play App, and more experienced learners can advance to programming the Mini with Block Based Coding or Javascript in the Sphero Edu App.
Equipped with a gyroscope, accelerometer, and colorful LED lights, this educational robot is more than a mini robot toy.
Build your own mazes, obstacles, towers and other courses to navigate through the living room or kitchen!
Sphero SPRK+
Sphero SPRK+
Sphero SPRK+ is a programmable robot ball designed to inspire creativity and curiosity through coding and play. With SPRK+, you can easily learn programming, complete hands-on STEAM activities, and share your creations with the community.
Ollie & Darkside
Ollie & Darkside
SpheroEdu K-12 Teacher Resource Guide
DASH and CUE
DASH and CUE
Dash is smart enough to respond to voices and sounds and Dash can dance and sing, which makes for a fun and interactive learning experience
Cue was designed for kids who are interested in learning how to code. Cue is a witty, entertaining robot with four hero avatars & enhanced AI that takes personality, interactive communication, and programming to a new level.
Go to Wonders Workshop at https://www.makewonder.com/
Ideas for DASH-Wonder Workshop - Links for "How To", Lesson plans, and more using Robots!
Makey Makey
Makey Makey
What is it? The Makey Makey is an electronic invention kit for everyone! Go to HOW TO and learn how to get started! ALL are available in the Learning Commons!
What is it? The Makey Makey is an electronic invention kit for everyone! Go to HOW TO and learn how to get started! ALL are available in the Learning Commons!
The Makey Makey allows you to take everyday objects and combine them with the internet. Using the alligator clips attached to any conductive material you can control the keyboard of your computer, such as the space bar, arrow keys and left click of the mouse. When you are ready the back of the Makey Makey allows you to key map even more keys!
The Makey Makey CLASSIC and Makey Makey GO kits are available to check out at the WRHS Learning Commons.
LilyPad - Starter Learning Kit
LilyPad - Starter Learning Kit
LilyPad is a programmable, electronic, sewable system for creating textiles with an electronic twist! ALL are available in the Learning Commons!
LilyPad is a programmable, electronic, sewable system for creating textiles with an electronic twist! ALL are available in the Learning Commons!
The electronic LilyPad component is programmed using Arduino and embedded into the textile project using conductive thread. This allows the creator to imagine, and bring to life, interactive clothing, accessories, or other textile-based products. This may include a small bear with eyes that light up, a purse with a handle that changes color when touched, or a temperature sensitive lighting pattern in a clothing item.
The LilyPad Starter Learning Kits are available to check out at the WRHS Learning Commons.
Google Cardboard VR
Google Cardboard VR
It’s a VR experience starting with a simple viewer anyone can build, buy, or borrow. Once you have it, you can explore a variety of apps that unfold all around you. Visit new places, play immersive games, fly through space and more. Cardboards are available in the Learning Commons! More on Google AR & VR
It’s a VR experience starting with a simple viewer anyone can build, buy, or borrow. Once you have it, you can explore a variety of apps that unfold all around you. Visit new places, play immersive games, fly through space and more. Cardboards are available in the Learning Commons! More on Google AR & VR
More than apps, experiences
More than apps, experiences
Whether you want to float on a lazy river, play pong in space, or stand on stage with a legend, Cardboard has hundreds of immersive experiences to choose from.
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