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Want to create your own Beebot mat? Here is a template that you can add your images to. Then simply print, cut & assemble.

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I want a Breakout to match my curricular objectives!

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As part of our Core Ready Literacy program, 3rd graders read and create a book recommendation. Last year we used DoInk's Green Screen app and I helped the classes by doing the recording and then students uploaded their finished recommendations to Seesaw for parents to see. It's wonderful to have parents see what their children are doing at school, but I wanted students to have a more authentic audience and more creative ownership of their work so t his year, I asked the teachers and their students if they would be willing to take it one step further.
Here's what we did:

First, students read their books and wrote their book reviews. Next, they grabbed a colored piece of 12x18 piece of construction paper (not green) and laid their book off to one side or the other and took a picture. This became the background for their video. Last year, we simply propped the books on a chair, but found that it wasn't as polished looking when we dropped those pics into green screen, plus the kids now get to choose their favorite color (it's a small thing, but sometimes, it's the little things that mean a lot). We had all of the kids take their pictures on the same iPad just to keep things moving along more smoothly for the next step.
Our next step was to record the book recommendations using DoInk. This year I wanted the students to record the videos for each other so I worked with a few students at a time to show them how to import their background image, how to reposition the person speaking to fit on the background, and how to save the recording when they were done. After working with a few students they then became the teachers for the next group. Empowering kids to be the teachers is always a positive in my opinion and the pride they had in being their own videographers was priceless!

The best part...
Once students uploaded their recommendation to Seesaw, I went onto Seesaw, copied the QR code to their post, and then pasted it onto a Keynote template along with the book's title. These QR codes and their book are now displayed around our library for other students to scan. My hope is that their book recommendations will truly be a recommendation and that it will also encourage other students to want to create a book recommendations throughout the year so we can keep the buzz about books ongoing.

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Peer to Peer Book Recommendations the DoInk Way!

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As part of our Core Ready Literacy program, 3rd graders read and create a book recommendation. Last year we used DoInk's Green Screen app and I helped the classes by doing the recording and then students uploaded their finished recommendations to Seesaw for parents to see.

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Great green screen ideas! Use DoInk Green Screen app or iMovie green screen effect.

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SKILLS LEARNED: Math, addition, counting, subtraction, multiplication, problem solving, listening, geography, marine biology and visual thinkin

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Fun way to announce a pregnancy to the class!

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Fun way to announce a pregnancy to the class!

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Want to do a Breakout? I have multiple games already created for K-5th.

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Want to do a Breakout? I have multiple games already created for K-5th.

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Let me know and we'll take a peek to see what I may already have ready-to-go that will fit your curricular objectives / time of year.

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Code your Makey Makey Key Presses in Scratch

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Code your Makey Makey Key Presses in Scratch

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Lesson Five: Code Your Key Presses in Scratch

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Let’s learn to code key presses in Scratch. Makey Makey is fun with lots of apps, but once you learn to code your own key presses, the possibilities for inventing are endless!

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2 sets available. Use w/Beebot mat. Students pick a card and program Beebot to correct landform based on word or definition

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1 set available. Use w/ Beebot mat. Pick a card and program Beebot to the matching doubles fact.

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Ozobots can be so much fun, but sometimes give you multiple problems. Here are some of the troubleshooting tricks I have discovered along the years of using Ozobots.

I first purchased Ozobots for my classroom in 2015!! What really drew me in, was that that they do not need a computer or iPad to be used. This makes it easy to get started in multiple classrooms and settings. This tiny bot gets students off the computers and problem solving in a hands-on way.

THOSE BLACK LINES

Do your students struggle with drawing the black lines? Mine do too! My students were always rushing to draw the black lines for the bots to follow and plug in any color code. When I first introduce Ozobots, I do not even show students the color codes. I let them focus on sizing the line correctly.
Start off by instructing students to draw their name or a design with only a black marker. This is a great way to practice moving the bot correctly.

take a pause on nitroboost

My students were constantly adding the same code: nitroboost and turbo! Yes, they sound super cool, but when you are always using the same two codes, you are not really problem solving. I create my own mazes which allows students to focus on the color code rather than the black line. Students now have to decide which code to use, so that the bot can complete the maze. They are thinking and problem solving to find the correct path. Click here to view the mazes.

Any marker is fine

Teachers always wonder, do you have to use the special Ozobot branded markers? What happens when they dry out? The answer is no. Crayola, School Smart, even Sharpies work great. Just be sure to use red, black, green and blue. Remind students not to over color in the squares. For example, if they color in a box red & draw over and over again, the red will look more like black to the bot, causing it to read the wrong code.

My bot is acting funny

Does your bot ever do something totally different than what you thought it would do? Try calibrating them! Calibration adjusts the bot's optical sensors to the surface and light environment. Students can calibrate the bot by holding the on button and quickly placing it on a plain black circle. Remind your students to calibrate the bot each time they change surfaces (paper to screen) or lighting conditions.

I hope these tips are helpful as you begin to use Ozobots in your classroom! If you know any other tips, share them in the comments below.

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Ozobots can be so much fun, but sometimes give you multiple problems. Here are some of the troubleshooting tricks I have discovered along the years of using Ozobots. I first purchased Ozobots for my classroom in 2015!! What really drew me in, was that that they do not need a computer or iPad to be used.

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4 sets available - use with Beebot Mats

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Goldilocks and the 3 Bears story sequencing

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Goldilocks and the 3 Bears story sequencing

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Very Hungry Caterpillar -Story Sequencing

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Very Hungry Caterpillar -Story Sequencing

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Bee-Bots are a fantastic intro to coding for our youngest learners! This collection houses creative BeeBot activities that are easy to implement in your own classroom!

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Try this on your SMARTboard with your students or send through Seesaw for remote learning!

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Use these mats to program any concept. You will simply need to be sure your images/ words are smaller than the squares. Post-it notes work great in a pinch

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SKILLS LEARNED: Spelling, vocabulary, reading, listening, visual thinking, problem solving, and fine motor skills.

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Kinder/1st grade you're going to love this one!!!

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SKILLS LEARNED: Logic, coding fundamentals, basics of programming, solve coding puzzles, teamwork, listening, critical thinking, observation, creative problem solving, music creation & pattern recognition

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SKILLS LEARNED: Logic, coding fundamentals, basics of programming, solve coding puzzles, teamwork, listening, critical thinking, observation, creative problem solving

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SKILLS LEARNED: Real-world math, money, addition, subtraction, fractions, fast paced mental math,  critical thinking, creative problem solving & basic business concepts.

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I have a file FULL of fun, holiday & seasonal themed Ozobot challenges appropriate for K-5 that I'd love to share with you and your class. Let's chat about how we can integrate these into your curriculum!

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Currently we have Osmo Word, Sticks and Rings, Tangram, Numbers, Pizza Company, Coding, and Coding Jam available for check out! We also have 12 iPads available specifically for the Osmos.

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If you're interested in using the VR cart, just let us know and we'll check it out to you. Please give us a 24 hour notice, so we can be sure the devices are charged and ready for you! 🙂

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Makey Makey: An Invention Kit for Everyone. Ever played Mario on Play-Doh or Piano on Bananas? Alligator clip to start inventing the future.

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Downloadable guide to using Osmo.

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Scroll down the page for some terrific sample lesson plans for using Osmo in the classroom! BONUS: They are compatible with the 4Cs!!!

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More than 30,000 classrooms use Osmo to change the way kids collaborate, create, think critically, and communicate. Find out how you can start using Osmo in the classroom.

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A great list of activities you can do with Sphero in your classroom!

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Sphero Central: Edu Lessons & Resources for Coding Robots & STEM Kits

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Welcome to Sphero Central, your one-stop destination for Sphero Edu & app access, lessons, educator resources & more. Get started with your robots & kits here!

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This site is specifically for educators to go to and get professional development on using Sphero in the classroom.

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Sphero Education | STEM & STEAM EdTech Company: Sphero

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Through professional development & STEM teaching trainings, Sphero partners with educators to bring robotics & STEM into the classroom. Learn more now!

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See the column to the right ➡️ to see Bee-Bot mats I have created that you are more than welcome to borrow! Please let me know if there is a specific topic you'd like to see and I'll work to find it or work with you to create it.

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For the iPad!

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OzoBlockly is a visual programming language used to code Ozobots Evo and Bit. Drag and drop blocks to make your bot dance, play games, or do tricks!

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Ozobot Challenges Coding and computer science challenges for learning at school or at home, with bots or without! Take Ozobot Challenges to the next level. Shop Ozobots OzoBlockly Challenges Free * No Bots Needed * 30 Levels Play at home or prepare students to dive into OzoBlockly lessons with Ozobots.​ Ozobot Simulator Concepts: Sequencing, Debugging ...

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List of lessons to use Ozobots in your classroom.