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Looking for entry-level activities for programming and code? This collection has activities for all ages that go over things like binary code, learning about the flow of electricity through a circuit, and the importance of precise instructions.
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Coloring the Universe (with Pencil Code)
Participants use pencilcode.net to undertake a series of simple programming exercises, including recoloring images of scenes, everday objects, and finally, a supernova and a region where stars are forming. 0
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Squishy Circuits
3 Review(s)While learning about conductors, insulators, and the flow of electricity through a circuit, participants use conductive and insulating clay to build a circuit that makes their clay creation light up or buzz. 3465
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Robot Retriever
1 Review(s)This simple coding activity relies on a friend to play the role of "robot", and shows participants just how hard it is to make precise instructions! 1113
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Binary Numbers
1 Review(s)This pen and paper activity shows kids (and adults!) the language computers use to communicate, and provides a good first activity for libraries interested in getting into coding. 1167
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Binary Weaving
1 Review(s)Computers use binary numbers (Base 2), a series on "ons" and "offs" that encode information. 941
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Phylogenetics
This activity is a great introduction to why biologists (and most other scientists) are learning to code! 0
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Turing Test
Can you tell if you're talking to a human or a computer? This activity may help you be able to figure out if the online helpdesk is a real person, or just some code! 0
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Monster Manual
1 Review(s)Learn more about genetics with this very cute monster building activity, adapted for multiple age groups! 1007
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Binary Bead Craft: Bracelet (or Necklace) Version
2 Review(s)Write your own name or nickname in binary code using beads on a bracelet. 3862
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Binary Bead Craft: Pin Version
1 Review(s)Write your initials in binary code to create beaded pins. 1001
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Harold the Robot
Children give directions to a "robot" (another person) and discover how the robot takes the instructions literally (usually with entertaining results). 0
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Alien Encounter
Patrons use multiplication to help the aliens find out how much fuel they need to get their spacecrafts home. 0
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