Grade 3 CT: Introduction to Blockly Programming and Loops • Part 1

Grade 3 Computational Thinker Introduction to Blockly Programming and Loops

PART 1

Overview

Today I will learn about coding using the Blockly programming language.  I will also learn about loops and how to create them in my coding using repeat commands.

Lesson

In this unit we will be coding using a website called Code.org.  You will become a programmer by using a block-based coding language called Blockly.  This is where you will drag-and-drop various blocks or "pieces" of instructions that are put together in order to accomplish a task. 

STEP 1.

  Directions: Select the play button to begin Maze Intro: Programming with Blocks (Course C-F) Links to an external site.. As you view this video, listen for an explanation of block programming and how the Code.org interface functions.  

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Activity: Online Coding

STEP 2.

    Directions: Review the Code.org Activity Tutorial - Google Slide (Links to an external site.).  Then follow the steps below to complete the Code.org Introduction to Online Puzzles activity.

 

STEP 3.

Directions: Follow the directions below to complete the Introduction to Online Puzzles activity to check your understanding of using block programming.

  1. Open the Lesson 3 Introduction to Online Puzzles tutorial Links to an external site. in a new tab.
  2. Work for 10 minutes to complete puzzles 2-10.
  3. The progress bar at the top of the page will keep track of which puzzle you are currently working on.  The shapes will turn green when you have completed that puzzle. Screenshot of Lesson 3 progress bar with puzzle 2 indicated with a green circle.
  4. The goal for each task is across the top.  Use the speaker  Screenshot of the Speaker options for speech to text.found in the instructions to have the goal read to you.  Move the code blocks around in the workspace to create the code needed to complete the goal.  Select Run to check your code.  
  5. If your code is incorrect, try again. Once your code is correct, select Continue to move to the next task. 
    • Screenshot of the popup window "Congratulations! You have completed puzzle 2.
  6. Continue working for 10 minutes or until all 10 puzzles are completed.

 

Questions to Consider

What do the instructions tell you to do?

  • The instructions tell me ____.  Instructions help me _____.

What happens if you select the RUN button?

  • The RUN button _____. If I press the RUN button _____.

What are you creating in the workspace?

  • We are making _____. We are creating _____.

Have Fun Coding!

 

Resources

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