On Wednesday 2H visited the CLC to learn more about computer programming.

The children enjoyed playing a variety of programming games from the ‘Busy Things Group’. They practiced giving directional instructions including forward, backward, left and right.

Following from this the children had to write algorithms to direct a Beebot from one place on a map to another. This had to be tested and followed by other groups. The children did superbly well at this activity and could confidently work out the directions that needed to be given.

After lunch, the children learnt how to use a new app on the ipad. They used Scratch Junior to create their own animated cartoons. They had to apply what they had learnt in the morning, to write algorithms for their own characters, getting them to move and speak according to their instructions.

We all had a fantastic day and can’t wait to continue building on our programming skills