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Having experienced one hour of code for the past three years, these kids are ready for the next step. Spheros are just what we need! In previous years, students created traditional Science Fair projects using the scientific method. While it was a valuable experience, we would like to step into the 21st Century by using the Engineering/Design Thinking process by trying a robotics challenge. The plan is to have students work in small groups using everyday materials to create chariots that will allow a Sphero to carry a small load. Students will also design a maze, including a bridge. Then, they will code a program to help the Sphero find its way through the maze and over the bridge. Students will be expected to keep a journal of their successes and challenges. They will also write an imaginative, background narrative, create a display board, and demonstrate their rolling Sphero to students, parents, and Science Fair judges. We are ready to begin. We just need the Spheros to get started.

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Having experienced one hour of code for the past three years, these kids are ready for the next step. Spheros are just what we need! In previous years, students created traditional Science Fair projects using the scientific method. While it was a valuable experience, we would like to step into the 21st Century by using the Engineering/Design Thinking process by trying a robotics challenge. The plan is to have students work in small groups using everyday materials to create chariots that will allow a Sphero to carry a small load. Students will also design a maze, including a bridge. Then, they will code a program to help the Sphero find its way through the maze and over the bridge. Students will be expected to keep a journal of their successes and challenges. They will also write an imaginative, background narrative, create a display board, and demonstrate their rolling Sphero to students, parents, and Science Fair judges. We are ready to begin. We just need the Spheros to get started.

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