Set students up for programming success by creating a BeeBot anchor chart!These editable instructions will help students identify their role as planner or driver and set clear expectations of how Bee-Bot is used in computer programming. Tips:Introduce Bee-Bot whole classMake sure students understand the importance of the clear (x) button to erase the previous codealways press clear first to signal a new code (like how a capital letter signals the start of a new sentence) Plan the program in developmentally appropriate steps (some students program one step at a time, while others can program to the end goal)Turn the Bee-Bot off and use it as a game piece to write successful algorithmsHave students write their plan, or algorithm, on a whiteboard instead of using the cardsThe Bee-Bot emulator is perfect for guided practice!   

This lesson plan is part of a multi-disciplinary unit that scaffolds the deeper-learning skills of early-elementary students through the examination of artifacts and cultural experiences throughout the history of Virginia. Through a forthcoming prerecorded webinar that will be linked to this presentation, two Virginia teachers joined by the Virginia Museum of History and Culture (Richmond, VA), provide a presentation on how to use this resource and to consider ways educators can collaborate with museum experts to broaden each student's critical thinking skills and enrich their historical understandings.

Think before you click. When online make sure to stay safe, always keep your personal information private and make sure that the website you are using is safe and age appropriate. If you are unsure, ask a trusted adult.

This lesson will help teach students the importance of internet safety and ways that students can stay safe online.  The students will also play various games to learn this concept.  The students will play a game with magnets that teaches the concept of pushing/pulling (attract/repel) while learning internet safety.  

This lesson on keeping personal information safe includes a video and a decision making chart.  Help students understand what is and is not ok to share.

Engaging activities to support kindergarten graphing.