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A comprehensive collection of Dash & Dot lessons covering introductory robotics, algorithms, coding concepts, cross-curricular STEM projects, and design challenges for grades 2-8.

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Dash & Dot: Step By Step

Students learn that Dash and Dot complete tasks using algorithms — a series of steps in a particular order. Includes unplugged activities and an obstacle course design challenge.

Gr. 1–6

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Dash & Dot: Number Line Moves

In this lesson, students will create simple sequences in Blockly to program Dash to move forward in a line. They will learn to debug programs, as well as add and subtract by multiples of 10.

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Dash & Dot: Introduction to Dash & Dot

In this lesson, students will get to know Dash and Dot while being introduced to the ideas of robotics and programming.

Gr. 2–4en

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Dash & Dot: Dash & Dot Are So Random

So much around us happens randomly. How can Dash and Dot simulate random events when they have to follow a strict algorithm? In this lesson, students will learn how random variables can be utilized in computer programs.

Gr. 1–8en

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Dash & Dot: Zooming with Dash

If you give Dash more power, it will go faster. But what does that mean? The speed, time, and distance that Dash travels are all related. In this lesson, students run speed trials with Dash, and then do the math to calculate and compare speeds, times, and distances.

Gr. 3–6en

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Dash & Dot: Robot Petting Zoo

Animals respond to different types of information that they take in via their senses. In this lesson, students will research physical and behavioural traits of an animal and program Dash to act out these traits based on stimuli in the environment. All groups will present their findings to the class.

Gr. 1–4en

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Dash & Dot: Place Value Game

Understanding place value requires practicing its principles in many different ways. In this lesson, students will play games to practice reading, writing, and comparing numbers using base-ten numerals, number names, and expanded form.

Gr. 3–6en

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Dash & Dot: Very Variable Game Day

Students program Dash and Dot using variables that they will incorporate in a variety of fun games.

Gr. 3–6en

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Dash & Dot: Introduction to Robotics with Dash & Dot

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Dash & Dot: Introduction to Robotics with Dash & Dot

In this lesson, students will be introduced to the basic terminology and functionality of simple robots as they fit into daily life and into the broader context of computer science. Students will brainstorm attributes of robots by discussing familiar robots from their personal experience (ie. from movies, television shows and commercials, and the news), with the aim of creating a definition of robots and the field of robotics. They will then physically examine the robots to see if they can identify or hypothesis different features or functionalities. They will then extend that definition to Dot & Dash by exploring their basic functions via the “Go” and “Path” app.

Gr. 2–6en

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Dash & Dot: Dashing Off with Rates and Speeds

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Dash & Dot: Dashing Off with Rates and Speeds

In this lesson, students will using Tickle App to compare and contrast the speed that dash moves on different surfaces with different speeds selected.

Gr. 3–6en

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Dash & Dot: Dashing Off at Different Speeds

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Dash & Dot: Dashing Off at Different Speeds

In this lesson, students will be using Tickle App write algorithms for Dash to move for different periods of time and then measure the distance traveled.

Gr. 2–5en

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Dash & Dot: 4 Regions of California Project

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Dash & Dot: 4 Regions of California Project

Description Students will work in groups of 3 - 4 students create a 2D and 3D map of their california region. They will program their robots to give tours of their region, clearly stating important fa

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Dash & Dot: Adventures in a Fractional World

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Dash & Dot: Adventures in a Fractional World

Operations with fractions can be a tough concept for many students to grasp. In this lesson, students will learn how to multiply a whole number by a fraction using a number line and Dash for a visual representation. Students will then write word problems involving this concept, swap with a neighbour, and present the solution to the class using Dash as a visual representation.

Gr. 7–8en

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Dash & Dot: Geometry with Dash

In this lesson is designed to use Dash & Dot robots and programming to support geometry lessons in identifying, classifying, describing, and finding the perimeter of quadrilaterals. Students will create quadrilaterals by building a pen attachment for Dash (optional) and using loops, angles, and distance traveled.

Gr. 4–6en

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Dash & Dot: Dash’s World Adventure

Dash criss-crosses the map in this fun lesson on geography, creative writing, and mathematics. Students will create or finish a creative story telling of Dot and Dash’s adventures in traveling the world. Students will measure distances and estimate angles in order to program the robots to move, flash, and make sounds to act out their story.

Gr. 3–6en

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Dash & Dot: Fraction Street STEM Project

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Dash & Dot: Fraction Street STEM Project

Students will work in groups of 3 - 4 students create a Fraction Street. They will measure label different landmarks on their street and program their robots stop on at least 5 of these landmarks.

Gr. 3–4en

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Dash & Dot: Biography Timeline STEAM Project

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Dash & Dot: Biography Timeline STEAM Project

Students will work independently or with a partner to research and create a timeline depicting a famous person's life. They will program their robots to travel along the timeline, clearly stating important facts relating to their person's life.

Gr. 3–5en

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Dash & Dot: Coordinate Moves with Dash

Students will use a Coordinate Grid and point addresses to plan an algorithm for Dash to complete.

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Dash & Dot: Wave Hello, Wave Goodbye

Students may think of waves as shaking their hands hello and goodbye, but waves surround them in their everyday lives in many other ways.

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Dash & Dot: Introduction to Variables in Programming

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Dash & Dot: Introduction to Variables in Programming

Being able to recognize and analyze patterns is an important skill when learning to program. In this lesson, students will learn how variables can be used to program patterns.

Gr. 3–6en

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Dash & Dot: Dash Long Jump: Who Went the Farthest?

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Dash & Dot: Dash Long Jump: Who Went the Farthest?

Comparing fractions is an essential skill to have in everyday life. In this lesson, students will use Dash to model equivalent fractions on a number line. Students will also compare the values of fractions with like denominators or like numerators.

Gr. 4–5en

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Dash & Dot: A Series of Unfortunate Events

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Dash & Dot: A Series of Unfortunate Events

We all react to events that happen around us, be it cheering when the school team wins, crying at a sad movie, or dancing when we hear music. In this lesson, students will learn how to teach Dash and Dot to respond to events that happen around them!

Gr. 1, 3–6en

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Dash & Dot: Call me Obtuse, but That's Acute Robot!

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Dash & Dot: Call me Obtuse, but That's Acute Robot!

The world is full of angles! There are angles to be measured in our buildings and roads, our desks and couches, and even in our bodies. Many professionals use angles to make our world safe and our bodies move their best, so measuring and understanding angles are important skills to have. In this lesson, students will learn how to move and turn Dash exactly to follow a windy path.

Gr. 3–6en

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Dash & Dot: Dance the Loopedy-Loop

The goal of a good programmer is to write a program that is a short, clear, and effective as possible. In this lesson, students will learn how write programs using loops.

Gr. 3–6en

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Dash & Dot: Robot Movie Star

Film-making requires a lot of planning, hard work, and imagination. In this lesson, students will write a script for a short film starring Dash and Dot, program Dash and Dot to act out the film, and present the film to their class.

Gr. 3–6en

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Dash & Dot: Balancing Act

You exert forces on the objects around you every time you touch something, pick it up, or sit on it. Sometimes the object moves, and sometimes it doesn’t. In this lesson, students learn about force and its effect on objects, and then design and run an experiment involving balanced and unbalanced forces using Dash.

Gr. 3–6en

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Dash & Dot: Forces of Attraction

Magnets attract each other by exerting a magnetic force, but what makes an object a magnet? In this lesson, Dash will help students conduct a scientific experiment to find out which objects are more magnetic than others and how magnets interact with each other.

Gr. 2–6en

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Dash & Dot: All Rover the Universe

The universe we live in is a fascinating and wonderful place. As technology grows we’re able to explore the surfaces of other planets and bodies in space and see how they compare to ours. In this lesson, students will research the surface of a planet to create a model. They will then program Dash to be a rover and explore their universe!

Gr. 6en

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Dash & Dot: The Robot Games

Challenge your school to compete in the Robot Games! Students will compete in a series of mathematics themed activities where they use Dash and Dot to solve a problem and earn points for themselves, their grade, and/or their school.

Gr. 1–6en

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A1: Unplugged - Sequences and Algorithms

Students will be introduced to and define the terms “sequencing” and “algorithms.” Students will learn how coding relates to their lives.

Gr. K–1en

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A2: Sequences - Lights, Sounds, and Animations with Dash

Students will be introduced to coding using Blockly and Dash the robot, and will explore sequencing with Dash. Objectives Understand what problems are best solved with sequencing.

Gr. K–1en

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A3: Sequences - Lights, Sounds, and Animations with Dot

Students will review their previous programming of sequences with light, sound, and animation blocks and further explore sequencing with Dot. They will use Blockly preset programs and Challenge Cards to practice their new skills.

Gr. K–1en

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A4: Sequences - Movements

Students will review their previous programming of sequencing with lights, sounds, and animation blocks and further explore using sequencing with Dash. They will use Blockly preset programs and Challenge Cards to practice their new skills.

Gr. K–1en

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A5: Loops - Repeat Forever

Students will review their previous programming with sequencing and explore using loops with the Repeat Forever block. They will use Blockly preset programs and Challenge Cards to practice their new skills.

Gr. K–3en

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A6: Assessment - Design Thinking Project

In this lesson, students will use the Dash robot to solve a problem at home. Students will work in small groups, using a portion of the Design Thinking Process to identify a problem and possible solution(s). Then they will plan an accessory for Dash in a drawing.

Gr. K–3en

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B1: Sequences - Changing Parameters

Students will review their previous programming with sequencing and loops. Students will learn how to change the parameters (distances, speeds, etc.) in programs. They will use Blockly preset programs and Challenge Cards to practice their new skills.

Gr. 1en

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B2: Unplugged - Loops

Students will learn the definition and function of loops. Students will use loops to create a dance for Dash.

Gr. 1en

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B3: Loops - Repeat X with Dot

Students will review their previous programming with sequencing, loops, and the Repeat Forever block. They will also be introduced to using the Repeat block to define a specific number of loops. They will use Blockly preset programs and Challenge Cards to practice their new skills.

Gr. 1en

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B4: Loops - Repeat X with Dash

Students will review their previous programming with Repeat Forever blocks and explore using the Repeat block to define a specific number of loops.

Gr. 1en

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B5: Events - Waiting for Events

Students will review what they have already accomplished with Repeat blocks and explore using Wait For blocks. They will use Blockly preset programs and Challenge Cards to practice their new skills.

Gr. 1en

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B6: Assessment - Designing Solutions for the Home

In this lesson, students will work in small groups, using Dash to solve a problem at home. Students will use the Design Thinking Process to identify a problem and possible solution(s). Then they will plan an attachment for Dash, along with an algorithm.

Gr. 1en

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C1: Sequences - Complex Parameters

Students will explore adding more complexity to their codes by programming Dash to look in a variety of directions and turn. They will use Blockly preset programs and Challenge Cards to practice their new skills.

Gr. 2en

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C2: Unplugged - Event Handlers

Students will learn the definition and function of event handlers. Students will use event handlers to “program” their classmates using Dot’s buttons.

Gr. 2en

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C3: Events - Event Handlers, Part 1

Students will review their previous programming using events. They will learn about how to use When blocks in Blockly to create event handlers for Dash and Dot. They will use Blockly preset programs and Challenge Cards to practice their new skills.

Gr. 2en

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C4: Events - Event Handlers, Part 2

Students will identify why we use event handlers and will use a variety of event handlers effectively. They will use Blockly preset programs and Challenge Cards to practice their new skills.

Gr. 2en

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C5: Loops - Multiple Loops

Students will use multiple loops in a program. They will use Blockly preset programs and Challenge Cards to practice their new skills.

Gr. 2en

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C6: Assessment - Designing Solutions for the Classroom

In this lesson, students will work in small groups, using Dash to solve a classroom problem. Students will use the Design Thinking Process to identify a problem and possible solutions. Then they will plan, build, and test a solution to the problem.

Gr. 2en

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D1: Loops - Nested Loops

Students will learn how and why to use Nested Loops. They will use Blockly preset programs and Challenge Cards to practice their new skills.

Gr. 3en

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D2: Events - Event Handlers with Dash and Dot

Students will write a program using event handlers with both Dash and Dot. They will use Blockly preset programs and Challenge Cards to practice their new skills.

Gr. 3en

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D3: Unplugged - Conditionals

Students will learn the definition and function of conditionals. Students will learn how conditionals are used in real life and in coding.

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D4: Conditionals - If/Then, Part 1

Students will explore the benefits of using conditionals in their code. They will use Blockly preset programs and Challenge Cards to practice their new skills.

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D5: Conditionals - If/Then, Part 2

Students will understand how multiple conditionals affect a program. They will use Blockly preset programs and Challenge Cards to practice their new skills.

Gr. 3en

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D6: Assessment - Complex Solutions for the Classroom

In this lesson, students will work in small groups, using Dash to solve a classroom problem. Students will use the Design Thinking Process to design an accessory and code for Dash as a solution. Then they will plan, build, test and retest.

Gr. 3en

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E1: Loops - Repeat Until Loops

Students will learn how and why to use Repeat Until blocks. They will use Blockly preset programs and Challenge Cards to practice their new skills.

Gr. 4en

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E2: Conditionals - If/Else

Students will learn how and when to use If/Else blocks. They will use Blockly preset programs and Challenge Cards to practice their new skills.

Gr. 4en

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E3: Unplugged - Functions

Students will learn how and why to use functions to create their own version of a familiar chant.

Gr. 4en

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E4: Functions - Part 1

Students will review their previous lesson on Function blocks and explore using Functions in computer programming. They will use Blockly preset programs and Challenge Cards to practice their new skills.

Gr. 4en

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E5: Functions - Part 2

Students will use functions and combine them with event handlers and loops. They will use Blockly preset programs and Challenge Cards to practice their new skills.

Gr. 4en

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E6: Assessment - Designing Solutions for the School

In this lesson, students will work in small groups, using the Dash robot to solve a school-wide problem. Students will use the Design Thinking Process to design an accessory and code for Dash as a solution(s). Then they will plan, build, test and retest.

Gr. 4en

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F1: Conditionals - Nested Conditionals

Students understand how to identify and use nested conditionals. They will use Blockly preset programs and Challenge Cards to practice their new skills.

Gr. 5en

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F2: Unplugged - Variables

Students will learn about the benefits of using variables when coding and in real life. Students will then practice using variables to create stories.

Gr. 5en

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F3: Variables - Single Variables

Students use variables in a program. They will use Blockly preset programs and Challenge Cards to practice their new skills.

Gr. 5en

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F4: Variables - Complex Variables

Students understand how to use and manipulate variables. They will use Blockly preset programs and Challenge Cards to practice their new skills.

Gr. 5en

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F5: Variables - Multiple Variables

Students understand how to use and manipulate many variables within the same program. They will use Blockly preset programs and Challenge Cards to practice their new skills.

Gr. 5en

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F6: Assessment - Designing Solutions for the World

In this lesson, students will work in small groups, using the Dash robot to solve a school-wide problem. Students will use the Design Thinking Process to design an accessory and code for Dash as a solution(s). Then they will plan, build, test and retest.

Gr. 5en

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Dash & Dot: Introduction to Sketch Kit: Sketch Kit Project Cards

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Dash & Dot: Introduction to Sketch Kit: Sketch Kit Project Cards

In this lesson, students will equip Dash with the Sketch Kit accessory, giving the robot the ability to draw. Students will program their robot to sketch images depicted on Sketch Kit Project Cards.

Gr. 1–8en

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Using Sketch Kit with Dash: Robot Code Breakers

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Using Sketch Kit with Dash: Robot Code Breakers

In this lesson, students will create a coded alphabet system and then program Dash to use the Sketch Kit to write out secret messages to their classmates.

Gr. 4–6en

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Magic Dot Ball

In this puzzle your students will turn Dot into a fortune telling device using only 3 blocks over a series of 3 challenges. Sound impossible? Well, it?s not!

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Robot Rescue Dot

Calling all mad scientists. Enter the Wonder Workshop laboratory, if you dare. Experiment to figure out the code which will reanimate Dot! In this Frankenstein-themed puzzle, students will program Dot to appear to reanimate over a series of 5 challenges.

Gr. 3–5en

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Sleeping Dash Prank

In this puzzle, students will program Dash to play a prank, appearing as if asleep (sleep mode or powered down) and then surprising observers by suddenly waking up.

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Dash's Dance Contest

Dash is competing in a dance competition at Dot's big dance party, first as a solo act and then with a partner.

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Robot Kitten Dot

Can your students transform Dot into a kitten? There's no kitty litter required.

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Dash Robot Life Cycles STEAM Project

Students will work in groups of 3 - 4 students create a Life Cycle project. They will research the life cycle of their plant or animal, write the most important facts of each stage, label it on the presentation poster, measure and program their Dash robots to teach others about their life cycle.

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Angry Robot Joke Dot

It's showtime and you're the director for Dot, the world?s funniest robot comedian. But this is no laughing matter! Dot needs your help. Are you ready to program Dot's joke? In the Angry Robot Joke, your students will learn to program Dot to tell a two line joke as a robot comedian. This program will be created over the course of three challenges.

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Driving School Dot

Dot seriously needs to learn to drive. Do you think you can teach Dot to drive safely around the neighborhood?

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Coding Dash to Bulldoze: Problem Solving

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Coding Dash to Bulldoze: Problem Solving

The task for this lesson was to code Dash, mounted with the bulldozer attachment, to remove as many balls as possible from a hundred's mat. Students used their knowledge of coding, angles, measuring distance and travelling on a grid to program Dash.

Gr. 2–5en

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Dash's Driving School

In this first puzzle, your students will learn how to program Dash over a series of 12-driving lesson challenges.

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Dash's Basketball Challenge

Take on Dash's Basketball Challenge! Can you program Dash to launch a ball into the basket? Students will test and investigate the best settings that can be used with the launcher to accurately make the basket. They will practice measuring distances and collecting data before sharing their results with the class!

Gr. 2–5en

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Path: Story Dash

In this lesson, students will tell a story in sequence based on the symbols in the Path app.

Gr. K–2en

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Forces: Dash Pushes and Pulls

In this lesson, students will learn the definition of push and pull. Students will then experiment to see how much weight Dash can push and pull.

Gr. K–2en

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Analyzing Poetry: A Dash of Haiku

In this lesson, students will work in groups to analyze the word choice, meaning, and tone of various haiku. Working together, they will write an original haiku and then emulate the simplicity of the haiku structure in a related line drawing and program. Students will program Dash to recite and perform the haiku in the Wonder app.

Gr. 3–6en

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Probability: Flipping and Rolling with Dash!

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Probability: Flipping and Rolling with Dash!

Using Dash’s variable feature, students will determine the probability of choosing random numbers in a 50/50 setting and a 35/65 setting.

Gr. 6–8en

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Animal Habitats and Adaptations: Dash Animals

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Animal Habitats and Adaptations: Dash Animals

In this lesson, students will create an animal habitat diorama and a costume for Dash that includes specific adaptations for the habitat. Students will then write a program for Dash demonstrating adaptations that Dash needs for a specific habitat.

Gr. 2–4en

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Seed Dispersal: Dash the Seed

In this lesson, students will create a foldable explaining a variety of seed dispersal methods. Students will then write a program demonstrating a seed dispersal method.

Gr. 2–4en

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Addition: Add It Up with Dot!

In this lesson, students will get to know Dash and Dot while being introduced to the ideas of robotics and programming.

Gr. 1–3en

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Speaking and Listening: Dashing Poets

In this lesson, students will engage with kinesthetically-vivid poetry through programming. Working in groups, they will identify strong examples of sensory-based imagery within two lines of a verse and interpret these lines as a program for Dash. This activity will deepen students' understanding of kinesthesia through programming.

Gr. 3–5en

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Path: E-I-E-I Dash

In this lesson, students will write a plan for a “human” program. Then, students will write a plan for a program for Dash and implement the program using the Path app.

Gr. K–1en

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Time & Money: Dash the Time Traveler

In this lesson, students will design an after-school schedule and chore for Dash. Students will practice digital time, programming Dash to move forward on a Timetable Programming Mat. For 2nd graders, each time Dash performs a “chore” on a square of the Timetable Programming Mat, the students will be paid the assigned amount in nickels, dimes, or quarters. At the end of the game, the group that’s earned the most money will be the winner.

Gr. 1–3en

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Processes That Shape the Earth: Dash Versus the Planet

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Processes That Shape the Earth: Dash Versus the Planet

In this lesson, students will create a structure to prevent “erosion” caused by Dash. Students will write a program using Dash to demonstrate the effects of erosion.

Gr. 2–3en

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Reading and Comprehending Text: Goldi-Dash and the Three Bears

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Reading and Comprehending Text: Goldi-Dash and the Three Bears

In this lesson, students will demonstrate reading comprehension by responding to Goldilocks and the Three Bears and then inserting Dash into the story as “Goldi-Dash.” Students will plan a “decision path” formatted like a road intersection. Each direction will represent an alternative decision Goldilocks *could* have made under the same circumstances. Students will then create two different programs for Goldi-Dash to follow based on each decision path. (This lesson could be used with any grade-appropriate literature.)

Gr. 1–2en

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Using Sketch Kit with Dash: Sketching City Maps

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Using Sketch Kit with Dash: Sketching City Maps

Dash wants to make the world a better place! In this lesson, students will program Dash to re-imagine a city to make it a happier, healthier place for people of all ages, pets, and even robots!

Gr. 3–5en

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Measurement: Dash to Great Lengths

In this lesson, students will work collaboratively in small groups to program Dash to draw three different lengths of lines. Students will estimate the lengths of these lines and then measure them using non-standard measurement (an extension to standard measurement is optional). Students will then compare the lengths of each line.

Gr. 1–4en

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Narrative Writing: Dot Search

In this lesson, students will write a narrative with Dash and Dot as the main characters. Students will then develop code to demonstrate their written narrative. Finally, students will present their code and narrative to the class.

Gr. 3–5en

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Magnetism: Polar Dashes

In this lesson, students will explore magnets. Then students will simulate the behavior of magnets using Dash robots.

Gr. 1–3en

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Shape Attributes: Dashing Shape Artist!

In this lesson, students will identify and draw shapes. Students will then work in small groups to construct an attachment for Dash to hold a marker and program Dash to draw each shape according to its attributes.

Gr. 1–5en

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Comparing Numbers: Dash Wants More!

In this lesson, students will compare number quantities and count objects using one-to-one correspondence. They will have Dash drive to and verbally identify larger or smaller numbers or if numbers are equal.

Gr. K–1en

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Light Waves: Dash's Light Obstacle Course

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Light Waves: Dash's Light Obstacle Course

In this lesson, students will program Dash through a course. As Dash moves through the course, students will experiment to see what a variety of materials look like when a beam of light is shone through them.

Gr. 1en

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Number Identification: Number Dash!

In this lesson, students will trace a cardboard number with their finger in order to help learn to identify numbers. Students will practice one-to-one correspondence by counting Dot illustrations printed on each number.

Gr. K–1en

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Space Systems: Day and Night with Dash

Students will predict the patterns of day and night based on the movement of the Earth. Students will create models of the Earth’s movement using Dash and Dot.

Gr. 1–3en

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Climate and Weather: Dashing through the Seasons

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Climate and Weather: Dashing through the Seasons

Students will work in groups to determine a weather-dependent activity related to a season. Using lights, sounds, and movement, they will program Dash to act out a scene related to a seasonal activity.

Gr. 1en

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Gravity and Orbits: Dash the Satellite

In this lesson, students will learn what satellites are, what they do, and how man-made satellites stay in orbit. Students will create a “satellite” program that simulates Dash orbiting a planet or star.

Gr. 2–5en

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Path: Dash's Neighbourhood

In this lesson, students will identify what Dash’s neighbors are feeling. They will then plan a program for Dash to visit the neighbors and build the program in the Path app.

Gr. K–1en

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Applying Research Skills: Robot Design

In this lesson, students will work collaboratively to find examples of robotic home technologies that they find appealing. Using Dash as part of a model, students will work to design a prototype to program and demonstrate one improvement or addition to the existing robot.

Gr. 3–5en

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Coordinate Plane Graphing: Mystery Pictures

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Coordinate Plane Graphing: Mystery Pictures

Dash loves great art! In this lesson, students will work collaboratively to graph pictures on a coordinate plane. Each group will plot coordinates that will be used as a connect-the-dots activity and then swapped with another group. The second group must recreate the intended picture from the list of paired coordinates. As part of this project, students will create an attachment for Dash to hold a marker (or use the Sketch Kit, if available) and program Dash to connect each set of paired coordinates in the proper sequence.

Gr. 3–7en

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Counting: Treasure Hunters

Description In this lesson, the teacher will hide groups of objects around the room. Students will work in small groups to find these objects. Then they will program Dash in the Blockly or Wonder app

Gr. K–1en

106

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Dash & Dot: A Slice of Number Line Pie

Already knowing fractions of pizza and pie, students will "roll out" those models to connect them to the number line. In this lesson, students will use Dash to model fractions on a number line.

Gr. 3–6en

107

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Fence It In

Using the Blockly App, students are challenged to draw a fence, of a particular shape, to corral a group of objects.

Gr. 4–5en

108

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Grammar: Awesome Adjectives!

Students will program Dot to say a variety of adjectives. Dot will randomly choose an adjective and students will write each adjective in a Mad Lib-style sentence. Later, students will write the adjectives in original sentences.

Gr. K–3en

109

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Grammar: Gramma-Rama Racers!

There’s nothing Dash loves more than good grammar! In this lesson, students will work in small groups to design an attachment for Dash to become a Gramma-Rama Racer, scooping up Grammar Fueling Cards while speeding around the Gramma-Rama Raceway. After the race, students will locate and identify each related part of speech in a leveled news article about driverless cars. The winner will be based on time and good grammar.

Gr. 3–5en

110

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Identifying Shapes: Shaping Up!

In this lesson, students will explore basic shapes found in equipment on the playground. Then, students will use shapes to design a new piece of playground equipment that will get them int

Gr. K–2en

111

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Informal Writing: Spinning Tales

Students will work in small groups to write a story about Dash’s first day of school and then program Dash to act out their story.

Gr. 1–2en

112

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Maze to the Greatest Value

Guide Dash, using the Go App, safely through a maze. Students must plan their route by picking up tokens of increasing value.

Gr. 1–6en

113

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Measurement: Endurance Obstacle Course

In this lesson, students will design a series of obstacles for Dash while calculating the area and perimeter of each polygon based on its size requirements. Then students will program Dash to navigate through, around, over, or under these treacherous obstacles in an endurance course designed to test Dash’s strength, stamina, and true grit!

Gr. 3–5en

114

Multiplication: Programming Super Solutions

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Multiplication: Programming Super Solutions

In this lesson, students will learn that multiplication is repeated addition. In Blockly, they will write programs using Repeat blocks and variables that will simulate multiplication using repeated addition.

Gr. 2–4en

115

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Nosy Robot

Turn Dash into a pesky little, nosy robot who always wants to know what's going on.

en

116

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Number Line Target

Using the Path App, students will attempt to get Dash as close as they can to a target number on a number line. They get that target number by evaluating a grade level appropriate expression.

Gr. 1–2en

117

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Path: An Introduction

In this lesson, students will use teamwork, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills to write programs in the Path app that move Dash as close as possible to a water bottle.

Gr. K–2en

118

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Path: Math, Addition Edition

In this lesson, students will use Dash with the Path app to combine groups of objects and then determine their sum.

Gr. K–2en

119

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Phonics: Reading Suspects!

In this lesson, students will work in small groups to decode a mystery word by selecting from five familiar reading strategies, or Reading Suspects: 1. Fishy Lips, 2. Stretchy Snake, 3. Skippy Frog, 4. Chunky Monkey, and 5. Tryin’ Lion. Students will then program Dash to select the one reading suspect most likely able to help them decode the “mystery” word and demonstrate how to use this reading strategy.

Gr. K–1en

120

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Puzzlets: An Introduction

Students will use Puzzlets to program Dash the robot by creating sequences of six or more commands.

Gr. K–2en

121

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Puzzlets: ELA Activities

Students will program Dash using Puzzlets. They will apply coding concepts such as sequences and loops to complete spelling and other English Language Arts activities.

Gr. 1–2en

122

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Puzzlets: Math Activities

Students will program Dash using Puzzlets. They will apply coding concepts such as sequences and loops to complete counting and other math activities.

Gr. K–2en

123

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Random Colour Ball

Are you game to code your own game? This colorful puzzle will turn Dot into a wild ball of cool colors. Ready, set, code! Over the course of 5 challenges, students will turn Dot into a ball that changes colors randomly with each toss.

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124

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Shuffleboard

Students will use Dash with the bulldozer attachment to roll an object down a chute towards a shuffleboard line. Students will get 3 tries to set the speed and distance Dash will travel to launch the object closest to the center line. They will then measure the distance between their object and the center line.

Gr. 1–3en

125

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Sight Words: Outta' Sight Words!

In this lesson, students will “teach Dash” a list of sight words. Students will practice sight words by writing them on index cards and drawing a related picture. After placing sight words on a programming mat, students will work in small groups to program Dash to travel to a selected sight word, say the word, and perform a related animation or movement.

Gr. K–1en

126

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Speaking and Listening: Loopy Tales

After reading The Gingerbread Man, students will work in small groups to write a repetitive text story. This is a story with a phrase that is repeated, like a pattern, throughout the story. The project will culminate with students enacting their stories with Dash as the star of the show!

Gr. 1–2en

127

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Square Sweeper

Using the Go App, students use Dash with the bulldozer attachment to collect objects and use them to model numbers inside squares. Each item will represent a set value and students are challenged to model two different numbers using multiples of the objects.

Gr. 1–4en

128

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The Alphabet: Alpha-Byte Zoo

Students will program Dash the Zookeeper to take visitors through the ABC Animal Zoo in alphabetical order. (Note: Since this lesson is aimed at very young students whose attention spans are short, it’s recommended that you complete this project over a series of days, as indicated below).

Gr. K–2en

129

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The Terrible Troll of Trepidation

You shall not pass! Dash has transformed into the Terrible Troll of Trepidation. To continue, your students will need to defeat this terrifying Troll.

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Vocabulary: Escape from Vocabulary Island

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Vocabulary: Escape from Vocabulary Island

In this lesson, students will work in small groups to complete a story map and write a short story about an imaginary place called Vocabulary Island. Their stories must include teacher-selected vocabulary. Students will then program Dash to act out parts of the story that include vocabulary words, demonstrating an understanding of their usage and meaning.

Gr. 3–5en

131

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Vocabulary: Robot Word Wizards

Using a vocabulary list from class, students will define, illustrate, and write the words in sentences. Students will plan and write a program in Wonder or Blockly demonstrating an example of a vocabulary word and a non-example of the same vocabulary word.

Gr. 1–2en

132

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Xylo: An Introduction

In this lesson, students will learn basic music vocabulary, such as note, composer, and rhythm. Using the Xylo app, students will write measures of a song to be played using Dash’s Xylophone attachment. Finally, students will select dance moves for Dash to perform while playing a song.

Gr. K–1en

133

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Xylo: High Notes, Low Notes

In this lesson, students will learn basic music vocabulary, such as pitch and scale. Using the Xylo app and Dash’s Xylophone attachment, students will differentiate between low and high notes. Then, students will write music using only lower or higher notes.

Gr. K–2en

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