Primo
A hands-on, wooden play set that uses tactile programming blocks for Cubetto, a wooden robot to follow. Introducing young learners to basic programming skills, this resource provides a unique opportunity to experiment with code in a physical setting and without screens. Cubetto is available for purchase and is supported by a range of online teacher resources.
Additional details
| Year band(s) | F-2 |
|---|---|
| Format | Web page |
| Australian Curriculum Digital Technologies code(s) |
ACTDIP004
Follow, describe and represent a sequence of steps and decisions (algorithms) needed to solve simple problems |
| Keywords | Computer programming, Coding, Algorithms, Educational toys, Directional language |
| Organisation | Primo |
| Copyright | 2016 Primo Toys Ltd. May be subject to Copyright Act statutory licence. |
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