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Robotics resources for Easel Activities
Real World Robot Research Project for Middle School Robotics and STEM Sub Plans
Why do we need to know about robots? What are robots used for today? What are examples of robots in everyday life? This real-world robot research project will help your middle school students discover answers to these questions and more!Get all the Intro to Robotics resources here and SAVE! In this engaging project, students meet Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) and Common Core State Standards (CCSS) as they research a real-world robot of their choice. Your students will use assigned web
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6th - 9th
Algorithm Flowcharts for Middle School Computer Science | Unplugged Coding
Are you teaching your students to think like computer scientists? Before they can learn to code, new programmers need to learn how to plan their code using algorithm flowcharts. In this unplugged coding lesson, students will learn how to create algorithms that break down large tasks into small, simple actions and visually record their thought processes using flowcharts.Get all the Intro to Computer Science resources here and SAVE!The lesson begins with students exploring flowcharts and creating
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5th - 8th
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Computer Science Webquest for Middle School
Recently updated!This webquest takes students to 5 different websites, covering the following topics:-How are computer program constructed?-What are inputs and outputs?-Careers in computer science-Inside your computer-The binary system-The binary system game (for fast finishers).This product has been updated with the EASEL feature, perfect to use with distance or virtual learning! It can be assigned to students in a Google Classroom. You can either use the digital overlay already created, or c
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6th - 8th
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Also included in: Six Science Webquests Bundle
Dream Big: Engineering Our World Movie Guide Worksheets and STEM Sub Plan
Need an easy STEM sub plan? Maybe a movie day incentive? Keep your students engaged and extend their STEM learning by watching Dream Big: Engineering Our World (2017), a documentary created in partnership with the American Society of Civil Engineers!Looking for more engineering movie guides? Grab the bundle and save today! In this amazing documentary, students will meet engineers from a wide variety of backgrounds and specialties. They will discover some of the many marvels of engineering and an
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6th - 9th
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Coding Activities for Beginners | STEM | Digital Technologies | Worksheets
These COMPUTER CODING WORKSHEETS are jam-packed with Coding, STEM, and Digital Technologies activities for younger students. Including Computational Thinking, Binary, Algorithms, Computational Thinking and much more. Introduce younger students to the ☀️EXCITING WORLD OF CODING?☀️ through this proven resource with over 70 FIVE STAR ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐REVIEWS.You are getting 10 INDEPENDENT ACTIVITIES for students in GRADES 2 - 4, focusing on the following elements.⭐ Codes & Cyphers⭐ Understanding Binary⭐
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2nd - 5th
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Technology History
What Am I Guess the Technology incorporates history with technology. Includes 18 obsolete or not popular technology items that people no longer use. Students can predict what they thought the technology was used for in the past and what it was called. Also included is an answer key with information about their item.IncludedHalf page writing with sentence framesHalf page writing with no writing supportFull page writing with no writing supportHalf page answer keyObsolete Technology IncludesVHS Ta
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2nd - 5th
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Introduction to Robotics Lesson and Activities for Middle School Robotics STEM
So you're teaching robotics... now what? This resource will help you kick off your STEM course by teaching the basics. In this intro to middle school robotics lesson, students will explore their background knowledge about robots and learn the basic components and characteristics of robots through class discussion and a webquest activity.Get all the Intro to Robotics resources here and SAVE!The lesson begins with students exploring common misconceptions about robots in a human barometer activity
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6th - 9th
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PBS NOVA Wonders Can We Build a Brain? Movie Guide for Artificial Intelligence
Need an easy sub plan? Maybe a movie day incentive? Keep your students engaged and extend their STEM learning by watching PBS' "NOVA Wonders Can We Build a Brain?" (2018). Your students will be amazed by the world of AI technology.Get all the Intro to Computer Science resources here and SAVE!This class period length feature will teach students about artificial intelligence. They will explore current applications and limitations of the technology and its impacts on society.All STEM in the Middle
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6th - 9th
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Also included in: Robotics Movie Guides and No Prep Activities for Middle School Sub Plans
Computer Parts Activities for Computer Science, Computer Lab, and Technology
So, you're teaching a middle school computer science, technology, or computer lab course... Now what? This resource will help you start class strong by teaching the basic computer parts and functions. Your students will explore misconceptions, learn about the history of computers, and identify common input and output devices through a class discussion, a webquest, and a puzzle activity.Get all the Intro to Computer Science resources here and SAVE!First, you’ll explore your students' prior knowle
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6th - 8th
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Computer Coding Worksheets for Middle School Computer Science and Hour of Code
How can you get your students to move from computer science newbies to confident coders? This computer coding resource will help you teach your students to analyze a task, plan an algorithm, and translate their plan into code. Get all the Intro to Computer Science resources here and SAVE!The lesson starts with unplugged computer coding worksheets. Your students will engage in a fun exploration of writing instructions for a “robot” mouse to solve a simple maze. Then they will practice writing alg
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5th - 8th
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Autonomous Vehicle Research Project and CER Writing for STEM, Robotics, and AI
Artificial intelligence is a hot topic! Help your students learn about new technologies and the benefits and limitations with this autonomous car research project. Students will gather information from text and video sources. Then they will craft an argumentative essay using the CER format. Get all 4 STEM Research Projects here and save 20%!The lesson meets science, reading, and writing standards. Students begin with gathering evidence from a video and an article. The sources introduce students
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6th - 10th
Voltage and Current in Series And Parallel Circuits Electricity Unit Challenge
An excellent culminating activity for your electricity unit! Challenge your students to apply logic and their understanding of current and voltage through series and parallel circuits. Circuits become slightly more challenging as they progress. Use it as an individual activity or have groups of two challenge other groups of two. Either way, it is an excellent review of circuit rules! Answers included.Please note, this is a two-page activity where students apply their understanding of volt
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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HS-PS2-5
, MS-PS2-3
, HS-PS2-4
Also included in: Electricity: Circuit Symbols, Inquiry Labs, & Math Problem Sets Bundle
PBS NOVA Rise of the Robots Movie Guide for Robotics - STEM Sub Plan Activities
Need an easy sub plan? Maybe a movie day incentive? Keep your students engaged and extend their STEM learning by watching PBS NOVA Rise of the Robots (2016)!Get all the Intro to Robotics resources here and SAVE!This engaging documentary will teach students about robots in the real world and their impacts on society. They will follow contestants in the US Department of Defense’s DARPA Challenge as they build rescue robots and experience highs and lows throughout the competition.All STEM in the Mi
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8th - 11th
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Also included in: Robotics Movie Guides and No Prep Activities for Middle School Sub Plans
Back to School STEM Scenario Cards for Classroom Management First Day of STEM
This STEM Scenario Cards set is perfect for back to school or anytime you want to review classroom management, procedures, or how to behave appropriately in a STEM classroom. It will also help your students learn how to work collaboratively in their groups. You will see classroom management and student behavior improve dramatically after students review these scenario cards. The best part---bring them back out for students who may need extra reminders! New to Stem Challenges? The following blog
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3rd - 5th
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Spare Parts Movie Guide for Middle School STEM and Robotics - STEM Sub Plan
Need an easy sub plan? Maybe a movie day incentive? Keep your students engaged and extend their STEM learning by watching Spare Parts (2015)!Grab all the robotics-themed movie guides here and SAVE!This awesome film is based on the true story of an unlikely high school robotics team that competes and wins big at MIT’s annual underwater robotics competition. Your students will love rooting for the underdogs and thinking about the importance of teamwork and perseverance.All STEM in the Middle Movie
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8th - 11th
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Also included in: Robotics Movie Guides and No Prep Activities for Middle School Sub Plans
Robot Research: Introduction to Robotics (online distance learning)
Video Overview --> HEREPLEASE NOTE: You will need access to YouTube at your school in order to use this resource in the classroom!This student activity is a fun introduction to robotics in the classroom, and can be used with various robotics units, including the 5th grade "Robotics and Automation" module. Please note: this activity does not take the place of any PLTW curriculum and should not be used in place of the PLTW curriculum.This activity works best if students have the following:Inter
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4th - 12th
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3-5-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-2
Computer Algorithm Activities to Learn to Code for Computer Science
So, you're teaching computer science... Now what? This resource will help you kick off your course by teaching the basics. In this lesson, students will define algorithms in the context of computer science and learn how to write an effective algorithm. Get all the Intro to Computer Science resources here and SAVE!The lesson starts with a fun exploration where students write instructions for their "robot" teacher to follow. Then they gather facts about algorithms from an instructional video and f
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6th - 8th
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Hugo movie guide for engineering and STEM activities and worksheets
Need an easy sub plan? Maybe a movie day incentive? Keep your students engaged and extend their STEM learning by watching Hugo (2011)!Looking for more engineering movie guides? Grab the bundle and save today!This fascinating work of fiction follows young Hugo as he tries to repair a broken automaton left by his late father. Students will observe Hugo’s design process and how sketches and technical drawings are used to capture design ideas and engineering solutions. They will also notice how engi
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5th - 8th
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Computer Science and Coding Research Project for STEM and Sub Plans
"Why do we need to learn this?" Help your computer science students answer this question and more with this STEM research project. Your students will use video and text resources to research why they should learn to code. Then they will create and justify a claim about whether all students should be required to learn the basics of computer science before graduating high school. Get all the Intro to Computer Science resources here and SAVE! The lesson begins with students gathering evidence from
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6th - 8th
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Robot Activities | Biomimicry Design Project | Nonfiction | STEAM
Are you looking for a resource that will engage your students in the learning process? This resource uses questions as inspiration for conducting research into different animals. The animals are used as inspiration to design robots. Watch as your students explore ideas to create robots that can wave at you inspired by lemurs or jump over high fences inspired by kangaroos. This easy-to-use product is the perfect addition to centers and will have your students inventing and creating in no time! Th
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1st - 3rd
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NGSS:
K-2-ETS1-2
, 1-LS1-1
, K-2-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-2
STEM Group Roles | STEM Team Building Lesson and Activities
Are your middle school students struggling to work effectively in groups? This STEM team-building resource will help you teach your students to be good group members and reflect on their own teamwork performance. Improve student collaboration and classroom management in your next STEM design challenge with this team-building lesson plan and activities!In this lesson, students research real-world engineering careers and analyze how those careers are brought to life in the classroom with the Engin
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5th - 8th
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Computer Science Choice Board Activities for Middle School Computer Lab and Tech
Need engaging activities for a review day, sub plan, or independent work? This no-prep computer science choice board will keep students busy while extending their understanding of computers and coding.Get all the Intro to Computer Science resources here and SAVE!This computer science activity features 9 different activities related to basic vocabulary and concepts. The choice board format allows students to choose how they will demonstrate their learning, and you can easily differentiate by assi
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5th - 8th
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Robots and Society Research Project and CER Writing Activity for STEM
With the advancement of technology, robots are playing an increasingly important role in our society. Give your students a chance to take part in this timely debate and explore the impact of robots on human society. Students will gather information from text and video sources. Then they will craft an argumentative essay using the CER format.Get all the Intro to Robotics resources here and SAVE!The lesson meets science, reading, and writing standards. Students begin by gathering evidence from a v
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7th - 9th
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Careers in Computer Science - Game Developer
Interested in learning more about Careers in Computer Science? Computer Science standards have been adopted in many states across the U.S. This resource provides students and teachers with a better understanding of the "why" of computer science. Connecting real jobs to computer science is a sure way of promoting interest in pursuing a career in computer science.Careers in Computer Science:Computer ProgrammerSoftware DeveloperWeb DeveloperGraphic DesignerCybersecurity AnalystComputer Network Arch
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4th - 8th
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Also included in: Computer Science Careers - BUNDLE
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