I recently saw a really interesting post about how AI has been used in the primary classroom. Posted on the Book Creator blog, Holly Clark talks about how ChatGPT was used to ignite children’s imagination and ignite their storytelling journey. It is important to note that no students actually usedRead More →
What is artificial intelligence (AI) all about and why does it matter? There are so many answers to this question and so many ways in which AI is changing the ways we live, work and learn. Code.org have produced a series of videos, curriculum support and CPD to support teachersRead More →
ScratchMaths – how to integrate computing and mathematics – is free to download. It is a two year computing and maths based curriculum for Key Stage 2. Its aim is to enable pupils to engage with and explore mathematical ideas through learning to program and uses the free online programmingRead More →
Free unplugged coding activities allow students to practice their logical thinking skills in a way that is both fun and engaging, and no screen time is required. Rodocodo has some brilliant unplugged activities that you can download to use in your classroom. There are four available now, with more toRead More →
The Raspberry Pi Foundation have some exciting coding projects to try with your students. All the guidance you need is within the project so that you and your students can get started straightaway. All of the projects are categorised so that you can easily find what is suitable for yourRead More →
Now you can make animated games that interact with your face! Scratch Lab has created some fun blocks that allow you to make interactive games using machine learning. The Scratch Lab is where the team shares new ideas and where you can try them out. At the moment there areRead More →
“How do I teach AI and machine learning to my class?” This is a question often asked at the Raspberry Pi Foundation. Now, in collaboration with leading AI company DeepMind, the Raspberry Pi Foundation has produced a learning programme to help you inspire and engage students when teaching about artificialRead More →
Download a free Activity Book from Book Creator. Originally created during lockdown, for home-schooling, this brilliant book designed by the people at Book Creator is just brilliant! It is packed full of activities and really shows off the power of Book Creator. The book is completely free and you canRead More →
You can register and claim a free classroom set of 30 micro:bits. The BBC micro:bit is a pocket-sized computer that can be used to teach students about coding. BBC micro:bit – the net gen A new campaign for primary school children aged 8-11 to help them learn the digital skillsRead More →
How handy are these Scratch 3.0 blocks that are both editable and printable? Many teachers use Scratch 3.0 to program interactive stories, games and animations and it is a brilliant tool to help young people learn to think creatively, reason systematically and work collaboratively, all of which are essential skillsRead More →
You will find some wonderful Minecraft challenges that will help you and your students think about how we can work toward creating a greener, cleaner, more sustainable planet. These are beginner lessons and worlds to engage your students’ problem solving, technology and communication skills: Minecraft Climate and Sustainability KitRead More →
Welcome to EarSketch, bringing music and Python or JavaScript together to inspire and excite students. EarSketch is a free web-based platform to help students of all ages learn core topics in computer science, music, and music technology in a fun and engaging learning environment. EarSketch helps students learn to code inRead More →
The Raspberry Pi Foundation is offering teachers an opportunity to attend, free of charge, some very exciting online seminars. At each seminar teachers will hear from specialists discussing their research in straightforward language and will be able to pick up new ideas for activities to try out with their students.Read More →
If the answer is yes, then why not enter the Coolest Projects showcase! Coolest Projects is a technology showcase for young people across the globe and will return this year with an online event on 6th June 2023. It is free to enter and open for all young creators upRead More →
Code for Life by the Ocado Group offers two brilliant, and free, resources to help you teach computer programming. Rapid Router is an easy to use and access resource for KS1, KS2 and KS3, that helps to teach the first principles of computer programming. It is build on ‘Blockly’, aRead More →
Your students can take part in an Hour of Code online with an app for Android and iOS. Rodocodo is a free puzzle game and a perfect way to introduce your KS1 and KS2 students to the world of computer science. You do not need to know anything about codingRead More →
Using unplugged activities with your students is a great way to lay the groundwork for future programming work and activities. You can challenge your students with this fun activity called My Robotic Friends, which only requires paper cups, a couple of command cards and some brain power! This activity hasRead More →
STEM Learning has put together a wonderful selection of resources to help you bring careers into your classroom. National Careers week is from 6th March to 11th March 2023 and a you will find a whole host of resources you can use to support any work you are doing, includingRead More →
Tech We Can is a programme of free learning resources to inspire students about the world of technology. I was really inspired by this website and the resources available. Recently published is a new series of animated lessons for students aged 5 and above. All the resources are aimed toRead More →
BenSounds offers tracks for you to use in your videos which are copyright free and that you can download and use with attribution. It is so difficult to find music tracks that you can use freely in the classroom for video creations so this website is a real gem. YouRead More →