Past projects 14
Let Go of My Lego!
Funded Mar 27, 2018Thank you so much for the donation. The Lego Robots have been great. The are engaging and promote creativity. The students are building various robots and programming them to complete certain tasks. They are problem solving, working collaboratively, and truly engaged in lessons.
The robots are expensive to purchase and this donation has added to our classroom resources. We are using different books to provide examples but we are also coming up with our own ideas. We are looking forward to building more this year and improving our coding skills. The more robots we add to the classroom, the fewer students in a group. This lets more students have hands on time with the robots.
Thank you again! It means the world to us.”
With gratitude,
Ms. R.
This classroom project was brought to life by Ripple.Can You Hear Me Now?!
Funded Mar 27, 2018Thank you so much for your donation. The headphones have come in so handy. We are able to complete coding modules and digital citizenship modules at the same time. We are able to focus on the task since we all have our own headsets. The are easy to use and durable.
We can't thank you enough. Headsets can be so expensive and at times we have to share. The students were so happy. With the new headsets, they can hear from both the right and left sides. The cushion make the ear pieces comfortable and are easy to clean.
Again, thank you so much. You have no idea just how appreciated this donation was!”
With gratitude,
Ms. R.
This classroom project was brought to life by Ripple.Let Go of My Lego!
Funded Dec 25, 2017Thank you so much for your generous donation. We have kicked off our coding unit.
The students are coding using Dash and Dot, Lego Boost robots, Osmos, Robot Mouse, and Lego We Do. The students are loving coding with the Lego Boost robots. The students voted on their favorite robots to build and program. We are using Vernie and Frankie first. They are working in groups to create algorithms and debug where necessary. They have completed so many great tasks and can't wait to try more. They are applying what they have learned from code.org to creating their own algorithms. Next, they will create and build their own robots using the blocks (design and engineering) and then write codes to perform specific tasks .”
With gratitude,
Ms. R.
LEGO WeGo
Funded Apr 4, 2017The kids absolutely loved building the robots and working together to code them to perform tasks. They needed to build a Mars Rover and a bulldozer to push rocks out of their way. The students worked with their partner to attach different pieces to solve the problem on Mars.
We look forward to expanding what we learned using the We Do kits and transfer the knowledge to our brand new EV3 robot which is a more advanced Lego robot. I cannot wait to introduce the kits to the incoming first and second graders.
In this day and age, engineering, coding, and robotics are huge. The students are working collaboratively to solve problems, using critical thinking skills and basic coding language to build their knowledge of STEM.”
With gratitude,
Ms. R.
This classroom project was brought to life by Aspect Ventures and 4 other donors.Code-a-pillars:Coding for All
Funded Dec 25, 2016The Code-a-Pillars are giving early learners an opportunity to code. They are plugging in the different USB segments to create a program for the caterpillar and watching it follow the program. The students have to debug their caterpillar if it doesn't complete the specified task. The are problem-solving, collaborating with each other, and fostering their love for Computer Science.
The students are working in groups and are beyond excited to program the caterpillar. At five years old, they are learning about angles, loops, and conditionals.
Since the students do not need to read or write to complete the activities, they are able to "write" programs using symbols and colors, despite their level. The students with IEPS and other challenges are able to feel successful. Everyone is happy and eager to program!”
With gratitude,
Ms. R.