Coding, Robotics, and Engineering for Young Students

Ann Gadzikowski serves as Early Childhood Coordinator for the Center for Talent Development at Northwestern University in Evanston, IL. She is the author of many books for teachers and parents, including "Robotics for Young Children: STEM Activities and Simple Coding".

Coding, Robotics, and Engineering for Young Students builds foundational computer science and robotics skills and knowledge in bright Pre-K-grade 2 students. Originally developed as enrichment courses for Northwestern University's Center for Talent Development, this curriculum emphasizes active, hands-on, and collaborative learning.

Introduction Tech Beginnings Curriculum Overview TRACK I: Coding Constructions Unit I: Coding Paths and Patterns: Grades Pre-K¿K Unit II: Coding Levels and Layers: Grades K¿1 Unit III: Learn to Code: Loops!: Grades 1¿2 Unit IV: Coding Scavenger Hunt: Grade 2 TRACK II: Story Code Unit I: Story Code Alpha: Grades Pre-K¿K Unit II: Story Code Beta: Grades K¿1 Unit III: Story Code Gamma: Grades 1¿2 Unit IV: Story Code Delta: Grade 2 TRACK III: Robot Stories Unit I: Bee-Bot Town: Grades Pre-K¿K Unit II: Primo Pathways: Grades K¿1 Unit III: Hexbug Habitats: Grades 1¿2 Unit IV: WeDo Go: Grade 2 TRACK IV: Robot Quest (Program Your Own Adventure) Unit I: Robot Chase: Grades Pre-K¿K Unit II: Robot Shortcut: Grades K¿1 Unit III: Robot Reaction: Grades 1¿2 Unit IV: Robot Games: Grade 2 Teacher Preparation Assessment Materials and Equipment Resources References About the Author