Smart Start Beginning Coding: Grade K

SKU
083439
ISBN
9781645141549
Grade K
Teaching Method
Traditional
Teacher-centered curriculum commonly used in classrooms that may include a text, teacher manual, tests, etc.
Charlotte Mason
A methodology based on the work of a 19th century educator who maintained that children learn best from literature (Living Books), not textbooks.
Classical
A methodology based on the Latin Trivium (three stages of learning), including the grammar stage (memorization and facts), logic stage (critical thinking), and rhetoric stage (developing/defending ideas).
Unit Study
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Montessori (Discovery)
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Secular
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Neutral
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Christian/Religious
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Learning Modality
Auditory
Learns through listening, talking out loud or reading out loud.
Visual
Learns through seeing, prefers written instructions and visual materials.
Kinesthetic/Tactile (Hands-On)
Learns through moving, doing and touching.
Multi-Sensory
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Presentation
Sequential
Curriculum progresses through well-defined learning objectives. Emphasizes mastery before moving to the next topic.
Spiral
Topics and concepts are repeated from level to level, adding more depth at each pass and connecting with review.
Conceptual/Topical
Focus is on the “why,” often with a unifying concept as well as specific skills; coverage may be broader.
Teacher Involvement
Low Teacher Involvement
Student-led materials; parent acts as a facilitator.
Medium Teacher Involvement
A mix of teacher-led time and independent student work.
High Teacher Involvement
Teacher-led lessons; may utilize discussions, hands-on activities and working together.
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Everything you need is included.
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Publisher's Description of Smart Start Beginning Coding: Grade K

Give your kindergartner a strong computer science foundation with Smart Start: Beginning Coding Stories and Activities. Children will learn important coding concepts with engaging stories and practice activities. Based on the K–12 Computer Science Framework, this dynamic early learning series helps children understand coding concepts to develop a strong foundation in computer science, including computational thinking, problem solving, and critical thinking.

Each full-color activity book is organized into eight themed units around one coding concept and includes:

  • Coding stories that demonstrate what coders do and include an audio read-aloud feature
  • Concept pages that connect coding concepts to real-world situations
  • Practice activities that reinforce important coding rules
  • Review pages for every coding concept practiced
  • Coding projects with print-based games and puzzles
  • Mini coding handbook with key terms

Computer science concepts and skills help early learners become critical thinkers by practicing the building blocks of thinking such as:

  • Algorithms that design simple steps to solve problems
  • Decomposition that shows how to break down complex problems into smaller ones
  • Sequencing that demonstrates how the order of things is important
  • Pattern recognition that makes connections between similar problems

Programming language concepts such as:

  • Debugging that shows how to look for mistakes and correct them
  • Loops that can be used to save time by instructing a computer to repeat an action

Children will also practice a variety of readiness skills such as print awareness, visual discrimination, following directions, and fine-motor skills.

*Includes answer key"

Category Description for Smart Start Beginning Coding

Parents who feel that coding is a valuable skill, but are not sure where or how to begin, have found an easy resource right here. With colorful pictures and exercises, it is easy to teach your child the principles of coding. Much of what is being taught is systematic, critical thinking and problem-solving skills. They will learn related vocabulary such as debugging and loops. A QR code gives you access to stories read aloud in the workbooks. Includes stickers and a certificate of completion as fun motivators!


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Product Format:Paperback
Brand:Evan-Moor
Grade:K
ISBN:9781645141549
EAN/UPC:023472059185
Length in Inches:11
Width in Inches:8.5
Height in Inches:0.3125
Weight in Pounds:0.75
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