For those of you new to coding, How to Code a Sandcastle by Josh Funk was an amazing find by our librarian, Mrs. Allin. Terminology that seems so hard for both students and teachers to understand when it comes to coding became clear and computational thinking began to click. Pairing that with coding the Grinch to make his way through a snowy obstacle course was a great way to celebrate the Hour of Code and introduce block-based coding to 2nd and 3rd graders.
Code.org is an awesome resource of curriculum and ideas for teachers, students and parents!
Code.org is an awesome resource of curriculum and ideas for teachers, students and parents!