8th grade computer science resources for GATE under $5

Computer Science - Technology, Engineering, Winter

Code a Gingerbread House! In this digital Google Slides activity, students will be introduced to introductory through intermediate coding concepts and techniques. They will then decode a pseudo code (not written in a language but in similar format to some coding languages) and create a digital gingerbread house based on the algorithms in the code.The preview above shows a sample of one of the intermediate follow-up activities, but the main activity is similar in what students will be doing.TOPIC

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Grades:

4th - 8th

Types:

Activities, GATE

Gifted and Talented - Everyone Needs a Hero Unit

Created by

Learning Highway

WHAT is a hero? WHO is your hero? In this concept based unit, students will learn about the men and women whose achievements have made a direct or indirect influence in the lives of others. Students will explore the distinction between a hero and a celebrity. They will develop a personal definition of heroism and characteristics of heroes. Students will then select, research, and develop a product on a hero and compare them to a hero from a book they have read. As a follow-up, students will re

Subjects:

Computer Science - Technology, Gifted and Talented, Writing

Grades:

4th - 8th

Types:

Projects, Unit Plans, GATE

STEM Journal Digital Version Engineering Design Process

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Computer Science - Technology, Engineering, Gifted and Talented

A digital STEM Journal / Notebook you can use with any challenge! This is a digital version for use with Google Drive™, so please only purchase if you have the resources to use it (computers/laptops/tablets, etc. and Internet access). If you have a Google classroom, this is a great way to gain technology fluency while building an e-portfolio of student work. What You'll GetInstructions on using the resource, with examples (10 pages): Also includes instructions for using with Microsoft OneDrive.D

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Grades:

3rd - 8th

Types:

GATE, Interactive Notebooks

Also included in: STEM Activities and Challenges for K-2 - Whole Year Bundle

Unplugged Coding for Winter STEM Activity

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Computer Science - Technology, Critical Thinking, Winter

Unplugged Coding for Winter includes 3 levels of printable directional coding challenges:Simple maze: Students follow 3 conditional statements and draw a path through the maze)Intermediate maze: Students follow the rules of 4 conditional statements and code a path of their choice through the maze.Challenging maze: Students follow the 4 rules with multiple steps and code the longest path they can through the maze, avoiding infinite loops where they might get stuck forever!Bonus ActivityCreate you

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Grades:

2nd - 8th

Types:

Computer Science - Technology, Gifted and Talented, Writing

Also included in: Unplugged Coding BUNDLE of STEM Activities No tech needed!

Gifted and Talented - Public Service Announcements: A Project Based Unit

Created by

Learning Highway

Technology using visuals and audio are strong persuasive tools. They have the power to inform us about issues, inspire us to learn more, and incite us to take action. In this project based unit, students will experience this power as they research, write, film, and edit their own Public Service Announcements. This product includes: *Unit Summary *Essential Question *Essential Understanding *Outcomes *Cognitive Standards Covered *Affective Standards Covered *Materials & Resource List *Comple

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Grades:

5th - 8th

Types:

Projects, Thematic Unit Plans, GATE

Binary Code Worksheets Unplugged Secret Codes Famous Quotes Ascii

Created by

Kiwiland

These Binary ASCII Secret Codes are perfect worksheets to help students learn how to encrypt and decrypt binary messages as well as understand binary code. They are great at engaging your students with problem solving and help support your stem teaching. Use them all year round and for back to school activities.Included in this resource areWriting your name in BinaryFive secret messages in Binary codeAnswers have been includedUnplugged CodingEnjoy and please remember to follow me by clicking the

Subjects:

Computer Science - Technology, Gifted and Talented, Math

Grades:

5th - 12th, Adult Education

Types:

Also included in: Binary Coding Unplugged Secret Codes and Poster Bundle Ascii

Unplugged Coding for Winter Gingerbread Man Hour of Code

Created by

Computer Science - Technology, Critical Thinking, Winter

Unplugged Coding with the Gingerbread Man includes 3 levels of printable directional coding challenges, perfect for Hour of Code, sub plans, or early finishers:Simple maze: Students follow 3 conditional statements and draw a path through the maze)Intermediate maze: Students follow the rules of 4 conditional statements and code a path of their choice through the maze.Challenging maze: Students follow the 4 rules with multiple steps and code the longest path they can through the maze, avoiding an

Subjects:

Grades:

2nd - 8th

Types:

Computer Science - Technology, Critical Thinking, Gifted and Talented

Also included in: Unplugged Coding BUNDLE of STEM Activities No tech needed!

Gifted and Talented - My Personal Learning Metaphor

Created by

Learning Highway

How do you learn? This gifted and talented unit challenges students to be introspective and create a product to metaphorically represent the way they learn. The unit explores metaphors and symbolism in photography. Students then go on a photo shoot to take pictures that symbolize them metaphorically. These photos are then editing using free web 2.0 photo editing software to create a final presentation with text and visuals. This unit not only addresses critical thinking skills, but affectiv

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Grades:

4th - 8th

Types:

Projects, GATE

Unplugged Coding for Fall Thanksgiving STEM Activity

Created by

Computer Science - Technology, Critical Thinking, St. Patrick's Day

Need a last minute unplugged coding activity for fall Thanksgiving? These leveled activities include binary coding puzzles plus unplugged directional coding with conditional statements! ✅ What You'll Get ✅✏️ Unplugged Coding ✏️ for fall includes 3 levels of printable directional coding challenges:Simple maze: Students follow 3 conditional statements and draw a path through the maze)Intermediate maze: Students follow the rules of 4 conditional statements and code a path of their choice through th

Subjects:

Grades:

2nd - 8th

Types:

Computer Science - Technology, Gifted and Talented, Math

Also included in: Unplugged Coding BUNDLE of STEM Activities No tech needed!

Binary Coding Unplugged Secret Codes Ascii

Created by

Kiwiland

These ASCII Secret Codes are perfect to help students learn how to encrypt and decrypt binary messages as well as understand binary code. They are great at engaging your students with problem solving and help support your stem teaching.Included in this resource are- Writing your name in Binary- Two secret messages (2 versions normal and challenging)- Answers have been includedEnjoy and please remember to follow me by clicking the following link to easily find my latest resources and receive dis

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Grades:

5th - 12th, Adult Education

Types:

Also included in: Binary Coding Unplugged Secret Codes and Poster Bundle Ascii

Unplugged Coding for St. Patrick's Day STEM Activity

Created by

Computer Science - Technology, Critical Thinking, St. Patrick's Day

Need a last minute unplugged coding activity for St. Patrick's Day? These leveled activities include binary coding puzzles plus unplugged directional coding with conditional statements! Unplugged Coding for St. Patrick's Day includes 3 levels of printable directional coding challenges:Simple maze: Students follow 3 conditional statements and draw a path through the maze)Intermediate maze: Students follow the rules of 4 conditional statements and code a path of their choice through the maze.Chall

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Grades:

2nd - 8th

Types:

Also included in: Unplugged Coding BUNDLE of STEM Activities No tech needed!

Unplugged Coding for Valentine's Day STEM Activity

Created by

Computer Science - Technology, Critical Thinking, Valentine's Day

Binary coding puzzles plus unplugged directional coding with conditional statements! Unplugged Coding for Valentine's Day includes 3 levels of printable directional coding challenges:Simple maze: Students follow 3 conditional statements and draw a path through the maze)Intermediate maze: Students follow the rules of 4 conditional statements and code a path of their choice through the maze.Challenging maze: Students follow the 4 rules with multiple steps and code the longest path they can through

Subjects:

Grades:

2nd - 8th

Types:

Keepin' Afloat in the Classroom

Also included in: Unplugged Coding BUNDLE of STEM Activities No tech needed!

Robotics Contract for All Types of LEGO Robotics

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This is a contract that I have made to give to my students before starting the LEGO Robotics portion of our class. This sets the ground rules for students to follow and to help them to understand not only how to treat the LEGO Robotics, but to also work with their partner to program the robot. Make sure to check out my other LEGO Robotics resources in my store! Please rate and leave feedback on my item. It helps me to improve my items and prepare new ones!

Subjects:

Computer Science - Technology, Gifted and Talented, Other (Science)

Grades:

3rd - 12th

Types:

GATE, Printables, Classroom Forms

Boom Cards - Exploring AI Basics (for 6th-9th Graders) - Interactive 30 Card Set

Created by

Math For Homeschool

Embark on a futuristic learning adventure with our AI Vocabulary Flashcards! Designed for 6th to 9th graders, these interactive Boom Cards make learning about Artificial Intelligence not just easy, but incredibly fun. Perfect for both in-class activities and at-home exploration, these flashcards are your ticket to engaging young minds with the wonders of technology.What's an "AI Vocabulary Flashcard"?AI Vocabulary Flashcards are dynamic, self-grading digital cards that introduce students to the

Subjects:

Career and Technical Education, Computer Science - Technology, Math

Grades:

5th - 9th

Types:

Activities, Flash Cards, GATE

Haunted House Coding Activity - Hour of Code STEM Challenge NO SOFTWARE NEEDED

Created by

Computer Science - Technology, Engineering, Winter

Code a Haunted House! In this digital Google Slides activity, students will be introduced to introductory through intermediate coding concepts and techniques. They will then decode a pseudo code (not written in a coding language but in similar format to some coding languages) and create a digital haunted house based on the algorithms in the code. You do not need to know any particular coding language to do this activity!The preview above shows a sample of one of the follow-up activities, but the

Subjects:

Grades:

4th - 8th

Types:

Activities, GATE

Unplugged Coding for Christmas STEM Activity

Created by

Christmas/ Chanukah/ Kwanzaa, Computer Science - Technology, Critical Thinking

Unplugged Coding for Christmas includes 3 levels of printable directional coding challenges:Simple maze: Students follow 3 conditional statements and draw a path through the maze)Intermediate maze: Students follow the rules of 4 conditional statements and code a path of their choice through the maze.Challenging maze: Students follow the 4 rules with multiple steps and code the shortest path they can through the maze, avoiding an infinite loop where they might get stuck forever!Binary Puzzles2 de

Subjects:

Grades:

2nd - 8th

Types:

Computer Science - Technology, Problem Solving, Robotics

Also included in: Unplugged Coding BUNDLE of STEM Activities No tech needed!

Sphero Basics: Controls Card Set

Created by

Miss Talented and Gifted

This card set describes the basic "control" commands to program the sphero. This card set is designed for use with the SpheroEDU app.Great as a reference when doing any coding challenges with the sphero! Includes cards for the students and full pages for projection.

Subjects:

Grades:

2nd - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff

Types:

GATE, Task Cards

Also included in: Sphero Card Set Bundle 1

Mission Maze- Coding with Spheros

Created by

The Luminous Librarian

Mission Maze! Code your Sphero Robot through the maze using measurements, math, and block-based coding. Included:2 Student Worksheet VersionsMaze ExampleMaterials Needed for Lesson- Sphero Robots (Any type)- Sphero Edu App- Pre-Built Maze (Taped on Tablecloths, Taped on Floor, 3D constructed Maze)- Rulers-Protractors (Not required, but helpful)

Subjects:

Applied Math, Computer Science - Technology, Measurement

Grades:

3rd - 8th

Types:

Projects, Activities, GATE

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NGSS:

MS-ETS1-2

, 3-5-ETS1-3

, 3-5-ETS1-2

, MS-ETS1-3

Technology Personality Type Quiz | Get to Know You Inventory | Back to School

Created by

Back to School, Classroom Community, Computer Science - Technology

Boost student relationships with this no-prep, easy-to-use Technology Personality Inventory! This personality survey, based on the long-standing four temperaments, turns this abstract concept into a lesson that is high-interest, easy to understand, and memorable! TWO LEVELS of the personality test are included, making it applicable for 3rd-12th grade students...and beyond! This personality quiz theme can be used in any school subject as a Get to Know You Activity at Back to School Time, or any o

Subjects:

Grades:

3rd - 12th, Adult Education, Staff

Types:

Computer Science - Technology, Gifted and Talented, Math

Also included in: PERSONALITY TYPES MEGA BUNDLE | 45 Themed Personality Inventories

Binary Code Unplugged Secret Codes Famous Technology Quotes ASCII Worksheets

Created by

Kiwiland

These Binary ASCII Secret Codes worksheets and activities are perfect to help students learn how to encrypt and decrypt binary messages as well as understand binary code. They are great at engaging your students with problem solving and help support your stem teaching.Included in this resource areWriting your name in BinaryFive secret messages in Binary Code (Technology Quotes)Answers have been includedUnplugged CodingEnjoy and please remember to follow me by clicking the following link to easil

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Grades:

5th - 12th, Adult Education

Types:

PODCAST INDEPENDENT PROJECT Based Learning Anchor Podcast Genius Hour NO PREP

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Computer Science - Technology, English Language Arts, Gifted and Talented

Students create a Podcast based on whatever interests them with this easy-to-follow, NO PREP, FULLY-EDITABLE resource! It gives you everything you need to have your students do a PODCAST INDEPENDENT PROJECT! Simply print out or post the Student Directions, Student Answer Sheets, and Student Tracker and GO! Students will follow the Design Process/Creative Problem-Solving Cycle to Research, Brainstorm, Plan, Create, Share, and Evaluate to create their own Podcast using Anchor! Editable Word docume

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Grades:

5th - 12th

Types:

Research, Projects, GATE

CCSS:

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Also included in: TECHNOLOGY PROJECT BUNDLE Choice Board Independent Project Digital Genius Hour

TED Talks (Adora Svitak: What Adults Can Learn From Kids)

Created by

Kathy Adams

TED Talks: TED Talks are highly engaging and lend themselves to deeper thinking and valuable class discussions. These task cards use Dr. Sandra Kaplan's Depth and Complexity model to motivate your students by extending their thinking to great heights! Custom created task cards based on a highly motivating TED Talk: Adora Svitak: What Adults Can Learn from Kids, will create for you an engaged and exciting classroom! Be sure to view the video to see if it is appropriate for your class. Adora Svit

Subjects:

Computer Science - Technology, Critical Thinking, Gifted and Talented

Grades:

5th - 8th

Types:

GATE

IMOVIE INDEPENDENT PROJECT Based Learning PBL Genius Hour Early Finisher NO PREP

Created by

Computer Science - Technology, English Language Arts, Gifted and Talented

Students create an iMovie based on whatever interests them with this easy-to-follow, NO PREP, FULLY-EDITABLE resource! It gives you everything you need to have your students do an IMOVIE INDEPENDENT PROJECT! Simply print out or post the Student Directions, Student Answer Sheets, and Student Tracker and GO! Students will follow the Design Process/Creative Problem-Solving Cycle to Research, Brainstorm, Plan, Create, Share, and Evaluate to create their own iMovie! Editable Word documents, PDFs, and

Subjects:

Grades:

5th - 12th

Types:

Research, Projects, GATE

CCSS:

...

Also included in: TECHNOLOGY PROJECT BUNDLE Choice Board Independent Project Digital Genius Hour

STOP MOTION INDEPENDENT PROJECT Based Learning PBL Genius Hour NO PREP

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