I used this in my class before students began to use Kodu. They are able to select their own Kodu characters from those shown on the sheet and begin to plan their game on paper. A label the Kodu Toolbar sheet is also included in this.

These tasks cards will really test your students understanding of scratch. Students are given jumbled blocks, they will need to read the scenario to determine what the blocks do and therefore put them in order. Students should then test their script (blocks of code) in Scratch 2.0. Cut out and laminate these cards and then give them to your students to practise Scratch 2.0. They can be used as a starter or review activity. My students love these in my Computing class. Scratch 2.0 can is ideal for chromebooks and can be accessed from the following link: https://scratch.mit.edu/projects/editor/?tip_bar=home

Let your students become familiar with Scratch Programming before they even use the software. Students are given a maze with symbols on them. They have to choose the correct Scratch blocks to guide the cat sprite to the end of the maze. Each maze gets progressively harder.

12 different internet safety & digital citizenship task cards which can be used in lesson for either starter activities or review activities. Print, cut and distribute to students. Following topics are covered: -Passwords -Phishing -Virus -Antivirus software -Spyware -Scam -Identity theft

Students will need to use the “FILL TOOL” to color certain cells in the spreadsheet to reveal a hidden Halloween picture. This resource is for both students beginning to learn Microsoft Excel and for experienced users. This resource includes 6 excel files – hidden mystery pictures with instructions on how the image can be revealed.

Let your students become familiar with very basic Python Programming before they even use the programming language. Students are given a maze with symbols on them. They have to choose the correct python code to guide the python to the end of the maze. Each maze gets progressively harder.

Teach your students how to encrypt and decrypt binary messages as well as understand binary code. This resource includes a hidden February themed message which students need to decrypt using the key (ASCII Table). Students are also given the option to write their own encrypted binary message. This is a perfect CS unplugged activity and can be used as an introduction to a lesson, for homework, for early finishers or even when you have no access to computers in the computer lab.

These I Can statements are perfect to guide your students to develop the necessary skills when learning to code/program using Python. The teacher or the student can tick off each I Can statement once they have demonstrated evidence for them. I Can statements fall under the following 4 categories: • Criteria 1: Planning • Criteria 2: Skills Development • Criteria 3: Explanation of Code • Criteria 4: Efficiency of Code

A fantastic technology activity which will keep your students occupied for hours. Students need to follow the supplied instructions to create their own smartwatch using the resources provided. A color, cut and glue activity. Students will create the following: Home Screen with Apps Inner Screen with Apps These are constructed together to create their own smartwatch. Take a look at the Preview for a more in-depth look.

These computer worksheets introduce students to different computer hardware. Topics include: Name the Hardware Classify Hardware into Input/Output devices Research Hardware The following file formats are provided: Google Slides™ - suitable for distance learning PDF – suitable for CS unplugged activities Answer keys are included in this resource. Worksheets open in Google Slides™ so that resources can be shared with students in Google Drive or Google Classroom. This resource is suitable for Distance Learning.

Use this Paper Keyboard Puzzle/Work Book with your students for them to practise using the keyboard. The workbook progresses in challenge. No need for a computer. The following sheets are included in this booklet: 1. Keyboard Cut & Glue Letters 2. Keyboard Fingers & Numbers 3. Keyboard Fingers & Letters 4. Keyboard & vowels 5. Keyboard & sight words (2 letters) 6. Keyboard & sight words (3 letters) 7. Keyboard & Home Row Words 8. Keyboard & Emojis 9. Keyboard & Shortcuts 10. Know Your Keyboard.

A lovely display to put up in the computer lab for students to see Scratch 2.0 programming keywords associated with the alphabet. Reference can be made to the keywords when teaching Scratch 2.0 This will liven up any computer room.

Students will need to use the “FILL TOOL” to color certain cells in the spreadsheet to reveal a hidden Valentines Day picture. This resource is for both students beginning to learn Microsoft Excel and for experienced users. This resource includes 6 excel files – hidden mystery pictures with instructions on how the image can be revealed.

Use these 12 different task cards to question your students about computer folders and how to stay organized. These can be used for starter and review activities Print out, laminate, cut and distribute to your students.

A Microsoft Excel worksheet activity which tests students’ knowledge on the following skills: Cell referencing Use of formulae/calculations such as subtraction and multiplication. Making predictions by changing data Use of Sum() function What if questions Use this superb resource as a simple warm up exercise or to teach new skills. Answer Key included.

A Microsoft Excel worksheet activity which tests students’ knowledge on the following skills: Cell referencing Use of simple formulae/calculations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication and division. Use of Sum() function Making predictions by changing data

This resource encourages students to interpret data in tally chart to then enter into a Excel Spreadsheet. Students are then expected to read the instructions on their worksheet to either add to or modify their spreadsheet. This resource covers the following skills: Entering data Writing and entering formulae. Formatting spreadsheets Creating graphs and charts

llow students to gain a greater understanding databases. Sheets include topics about the following: • Database Keywords • Sorting databases • Filtering databases • Creating Data Capture Forms • Databases in organisations • Sorting Data Types • Finding Data Length This is the perfect way to introduce students to Databases without the need for a computer.

This activity is ideal to teach students about the insides of the computer. Students are expected to build the inside of the computer as well as learn about each component. The following key terms are covered: Motherboard Power Supply Heat Sink CPU RAM Chip Network Interface Card Hard Disk Drive Motherboard This resource comes in 2 formats: Paper based (PDF) Digital Interactive format which opens in Google Slides. Students can type and drag and drop answers onto the worksheets. Thanks to Open Clip Art for illustrations and KindergartenWorks (LesliesHand) for the Font Style

A set of 8 computer worksheets which introduce computer key terms and cover the following topics: • I can label the computer screen • I can label the computer window • I can label the computer parts • I can explain the computer parts • I can match the computer icons • I can use the computer keyboard • I can identify Google software • I can identify computer software These sheets are suitable to use to introduce or review a topic or even when there are no computers available. This resources comes with answers