Grade 1 CT • Learning Loops • Day One (SF)

Grade 1Computational Thinker Learning Loops

DAY ONE

Overview

Today I will learn how to create a sequence that includes a loop.

Motivation

How can you save time when you are writing code? What if you want your character to do the same thing over and over again? If you said to use a LOOP you are right!

STEP 1.

  Directions: Let's review Loops together using the Loops Vocabulary Card Links to an external site. below. 


STEP 2.

  Directions: Go to Slide 2 and select the play button to begin Loops Links to an external site.. As you view this video, think about motions you may want characters to repeat, like walking, flying or swimming. Remember the repeat block, or loop block, helps you to write your code faster. 

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Lesson

STEP 3.

  Directions: Go to Slide 2 and select the play button to begin The Harvester Links to an external site.. As you view this video, think about how loops might be used to help the Harvester gather her crops. 

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STEP 4.

  Directions: Follow along with your teacher to complete the Loops with Harvester Links to an external site. as a class.  

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Loops with Harvester Links to an external site.

Activity: Loops Practice

STEP 5.

Directions: Let's keep practicing! Try out Loops with Laurel Links to an external site. below.  If asked to sign in, select ignore. You do not need to login to play.

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Loops with Laurel Links to an external site.

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