We are surrounded by technology like never before. Video games. Smart phones.
Tablets. These are all forms of communication that impact our lives every single
day. And what they have in common is that they all involve coding!
So, what is coding? Coding literally means the transformation of data into a form
understandable by a computer—basically, telling a computer what you want it to
do. Coding also factors into some everyday tasks that people perform without
a second thought: for instance, programming a microwave to heat yesterday’s
leftovers, or entering numbers into a calculator in a specifi c order. Coding
today may not always look like the routine programming of the past. It can be
active, visual, engaging, and most importantly, fun! Educators agree that an early
introduction to basic programming concepts can help children build problem
solving and critical thinking skills. This set provides that very introduction, giving
early learners a fun, real-world application of these essential 21st-century skills.
What can using a programmable robot teach?
• Problem solving
• Self-correcting errors
• Critical thinking
• Analytical thinking
•
If-then
logic
• Working collaboratively with others
• Discussion and communication skills
• Calculating distance
• Spatial concepts
Pieces included:
• 30 Coding cards
• 1 Robot mouse
Basic Operation
POWER
Slide to turn the power ON. Jack is ready to program!
SPEED
Choose between
Normal
and
Hyper
.
Normal
is best for
regular use on the maze board, while
Hyper
is best for play
on the ground or other surfaces. For best accuracy and
results, always use the mouse on a smooth, hard surface.
FORWARD
For each FORWARD step, Jack moves forward a set amount
(5") (12.5 cm).
REVERSE
For each REVERSE step, Jack moves backward a set amount
(5”) (12.5 cm).
ROTATE RIGHT
For each ROTATE RIGHT step, Jack will rotate to the right
90 degrees.
CLEAR
ACTION
ROTATE
RIGHT
POWER/SPEED
ROTATE
LEFT
GO
REVERSE
FORWARD
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