Robotics for young children STEM activities and simple coding

"This book offers ideas for introducing young children to both the building of and the programming of robots through playful, developmentally appropriate activities. Suggested materials include traditional toys like blocks and clay, household items like clocks and radios, and tech devices like...

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Main Author: Gadzikowski, Ann (Author)
Format: Books Print Book
Language: English
Published: St. Paul, MN : Redleaf Press, 2017.
Edition: First edition.
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Summary: "This book offers ideas for introducing young children to both the building of and the programming of robots through playful, developmentally appropriate activities. Suggested materials include traditional toys like blocks and clay, household items like clocks and radios, and tech devices like tablets and robotics kits"--
Physical Description: 148 pages : color illustrations ; 26 cm
Bibliography: Includes bibliographical references.
ISBN: 9781605545448 (paperback)
1605545449 (paperback)
Author Notes: Ann Gadzikowski is the director of early learning for Encyclopedia Britannica, and is the author of curriculum books, teaching guides, classroom readers, and numerous publications for parents of young children. Her book Creating a Beautiful Mess: Ten Essential Play Experiences for a Joyous Childhood won gold in the 2015 National Parenting Publications Awards, and her book Robotics for Young Children won the 2018 Midwest Book Awards.