An introduction to Python Turtle through coding amazing patterns

I introduce students to programming through Scratch, and then extend this into the world of text based coding through Python and Python Turtle.

The lessons use Trinket as a simple interface for entering and running Python code - no downloads required.

The students are introduced to Python coding in the context of creating amazing patterns. In so doing, they become familiar with the commands and the syntax, and learn to debug errors they will inevitably have made. There is enough material for approx. 4 one-hour sessions, and of course, once students get started, they can easily develop their own ideas.

I’ve delivered these lessons to Year 5/6 students, and they have absolutely loved it.

The lessons are delivered through a fully animated PowerPoint with explanatory slides and embedded videos (can be extracted if required). In addition, there is a workbook of activities.

Let me know if you have any questions or suggestions, and a BIG BIG thanks for looking (as a full time practising teacher, I KNOW how time consuming this process can be).

ALL my postings are FULLY “classroom-tested” - before I publish, my lessons are tested by both myself and colleagues, rigorously evaluated and discussed, and continually updated to maximise their effectiveness.

But there is always the possibility of error and room for improvement, so do please provide constructive feedback.

Teacher/Author: Barrie James