First Steps in Robotics with Cubetto
Guides first steps in robotics using Cubetto to offer tactile, playful coding experiences.
Description : Through hands‑on activities with Cubetto, children take their first steps in robotics by physically programming a wooden robot, fostering early problem‑solving skills in a tactile, imaginative environment.
Category : Coding & Engineering
Age : 5+
Difficulty Level : Normal
Curriculum :
Module 1: Getting Started with Cubetto Section 1: Introduction to Cubetto - Lesson 1: Getting to Know Cubetto Robot - Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 1: Getting to Know Cubetto Robot - Lesson 2: Exploring the Cubetto Controller - Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 2: Exploring the Cubetto Controller Section 2: What Is Coding? - Lesson 1: Understanding Commands - Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 1: Understanding Commands - Lesson 2: Sequencing Commands - Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 2: Sequencing Commands Section 3: Moving and Turning - Lesson 1: Basic Forward and Backward Movements - Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 1: Basic Forward and Backward Movements - Lesson 2: Learning to Turn Left and Right - Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 2: Learning to Turn Left and Right Section 4: Recognizing Patterns - Lesson 1: Observing Patterns in Movements - Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 1: Observing Patterns in Movements - Lesson 2: Creating Simple Movement Patterns - Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 2: Creating Simple Movement Patterns Section 5: First Sequence Activity - Lesson 1: Building Your First Command Sequence - Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 1: Building Your First Command Sequence - Lesson 2: Testing and Adjusting Your Sequence - Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 2: Testing and Adjusting Your Sequence Module 2: Basic Programming Skills Section 1: Exploring Command Blocks - Lesson 1: Introduction to Command Blocks and Their Shapes - Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 1: Introduction to Command Blocks and Their Shapes - Lesson 2: Arranging Blocks to Create a Sequence - Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 2: Arranging Blocks to Create a Sequence Section 2: Following a Path - Lesson 1: Mapping Out a Simple Route - Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 1: Mapping Out a Simple Route - Lesson 2: Guiding Cubetto Along the Path - Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 2: Guiding Cubetto Along the Path Section 3: Fun with Colors - Lesson 1: Associating Colors with Specific Commands - Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 1: Associating Colors with Specific Commands - Lesson 2: Using Color Cues to Program Movements - Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 2: Using Color Cues to Program Movements Section 4: Experimenting with Turns - Lesson 1: Combining Forward Movements with Turns - Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 1: Combining Forward Movements with Turns - Lesson 2: Creating a Turn Sequence Activity - Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 2: Creating a Turn Sequence Activity Section 5: Understanding Directions - Lesson 1: Learning Basic Directions (North, South, East, West) - Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 1: Learning Basic Directions (North, South, East, West) - Lesson 2: Using Directions to Map a Route - Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 2: Using Directions to Map a Route Module 3: Problem Solving and Critical Thinking Section 1: Solving Simple Puzzles - Lesson 1: Navigating a Basic Maze with Cubetto - Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 1: Navigating a Basic Maze with Cubetto - Lesson 2: Experimenting with Alternate Paths - Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 2: Experimenting with Alternate Paths Section 2: Cause and Effect in Action - Lesson 1: Discovering Cause and Effect Through Movement - Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 1: Discovering Cause and Effect Through Movement - Lesson 2: Adjusting Commands to See Different Results - Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 2: Adjusting Commands to See Different Results Section 3: Creative Problem Solving - Lesson 1: Open-Ended Challenge: Getting Unstuck Situations - Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 1: Open-Ended Challenge: Getting Unstuck Situations - Lesson 2: Reflecting on Different Solutions - Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 2: Reflecting on Different Solutions Section 4: Step-by-Step Reasoning - Lesson 1: Breaking Down a Task into Simple Steps - Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 1: Breaking Down a Task into Simple Steps - Lesson 2: Sequencing Steps for Successful Movement - Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 2: Sequencing Steps for Successful Movement Section 5: Teamwork in Problem Solving - Lesson 1: Collaborative Puzzle Solving Activity - Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 1: Collaborative Puzzle Solving Activity - Lesson 2: Sharing Ideas and Group Reflection - Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 2: Sharing Ideas and Group Reflection Module 4: Storytelling and Sequencing Section 1: Fundamentals of Storytelling - Lesson 1: Creating a Simple Story Outline with Cubetto - Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 1: Creating a Simple Story Outline with Cubetto - Lesson 2: Linking Commands to Story Events - Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 2: Linking Commands to Story Events Section 2: Planning Adventures - Lesson 1: Designing an Adventure Route for Cubetto - Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 1: Designing an Adventure Route for Cubetto - Lesson 2: Setting Up Obstacles and Goals - Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 2: Setting Up Obstacles and Goals Section 3: Expressing Emotions Through Movement - Lesson 1: Using Movements to Show Emotions in a Story - Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 1: Using Movements to Show Emotions in a Story - Lesson 2: Changing the Story’s Mood with Different Commands - Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 2: Changing the Story’s Mood with Different Commands Section 4: Sequencing the Story - Lesson 1: Ordering Story Events with Commands - Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 1: Ordering Story Events with Commands - Lesson 2: Adjusting the Sequence for Better Flow - Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 2: Adjusting the Sequence for Better Flow Section 5: Story Sharing and Reflection - Lesson 1: Presenting Your Cubetto Story - Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 1: Presenting Your Cubetto Story - Lesson 2: Group Reflection and Feedback - Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 2: Group Reflection and Feedback Module 5: Creative Exploration and Challenges Section 1: Fun Challenge Activities - Lesson 1: Navigating an Obstacle Course - Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 1: Navigating an Obstacle Course - Lesson 2: Adjusting Commands to Overcome Obstacles - Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 2: Adjusting Commands to Overcome Obstacles Section 2: Building New Environments - Lesson 1: Creating Physical Obstacles with Mats and Blocks - Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 1: Creating Physical Obstacles with Mats and Blocks - Lesson 2: Mapping and Testing Your Environment - Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 2: Mapping and Testing Your Environment Section 3: Expanding Command Use - Lesson 1: Recapping Command Blocks and Their Effects - Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 1: Recapping Command Blocks and Their Effects - Lesson 2: Mini-Challenge: Using Commands in New Ways - Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 2: Mini-Challenge: Using Commands in New Ways Section 4: Designing Personal Challenges - Lesson 1: Brainstorming Your Own Cubetto Challenge - Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 1: Brainstorming Your Own Cubetto Challenge - Lesson 2: Planning and Testing Your Challenge - Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 2: Planning and Testing Your Challenge Section 5: Wrap-Up and Review - Lesson 1: Reviewing Key Concepts and Skills - Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 1: Reviewing Key Concepts and Skills - Lesson 2: Celebration, Reflection, and Next Steps - Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 2: Celebration, Reflection, and Next Steps