Code Breakers

Zabrina Walker

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Code Breakers

Understand basic coding concepts

In this lesson, students will be introduced to basic coding concepts through a series of fun and interactive coding challenges. This will help them develop computational thinking and problem-solving skills in a playful and engaging environment.

Audience

Achievers (ages 9-10)

Time

1 hour

Approach

Understand basic coding concepts

Materials

Laptops/tablets with internet access, Projector/Screen, Printable Coding Challenge Cards, Markers, Whiteboard and markers, Worksheets: Coding Basics, and Exit Ticket: Coding Reflection

Step 1

Introduction to Coding

10 mins

Welcome students and briefly explain what coding is and why it's important.
Show a short video or presentation on basic coding concepts (optional, if there's time).
Introduce the day's objectives and what they will be doing.

Step 2

Interactive Coding Challenges

30 mins

Divide students into small groups and hand out the Printable Coding Challenge Cards.
Each group will work on one challenge at a time. Once they complete one, they will exchange cards with another group.
Facilitate and support students as they work through the challenges, answering questions and providing guidance as needed.

Step 3

Worksheet Activity

10 mins

Distribute the 'Coding Basics' worksheets.
Have students individually complete the worksheets to reinforce what they've learned during the challenges.
Walk around to provide assistance and ensure understanding.

Step 4

Reflection and Discussion

5 mins

Gather students back together and facilitate a brief discussion on what they learned and found interesting about coding.
Ask a few students to share their experiences and what challenges they faced.

Step 5

Closure and Exit Ticket

5 mins

Hand out 'Coding Reflection' exit tickets.
Have students complete the exit tickets to summarize their learning experience.
Collect the exit tickets as they leave.

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Discussion

Coding Discussion

A discussion about the students' experiences with the coding challenges and their understanding of coding concepts.

What was the most interesting thing you learned about coding today?

Encourage students to think about new concepts or ideas they encountered.

Did you face any challenges while working on the coding activities? How did you overcome them?

Allow students to share their problem-solving strategies and to learn from each other.

How do you think coding skills can be useful in real life?

Guide students to think about practical applications of coding in various fields.

Worksheet

Coding Basics Worksheet

This worksheet will reinforce the basic coding concepts introduced during the lesson.

What is coding? Write a brief definition in your own words.

Name one coding language you learned about today.

Draw a simple sequence of coded commands to make a character on the screen move forward, turn left, and jump.

Quiz

Coding Reflection Exit Ticket