Coding Without Computer
30 mins
Ages 10-14
Indoor
A challenging, hands-on discovery and STEM project designed for curious young minds aged 10 to 14.
Materials Needed
- • Paper (2-3 sheets)
- • Markers (1 set)
- • Small toys or objects (3-5)
Pro Tips
- → Use simple commands (forward, turn, pick up)
- → Create obstacle courses on paper
- → Debug together when it goes wrong
Safety First
None
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Step-by-Step Instructions
1
Step 1
Draw a simple grid on paper with start and end points.
2
Step 2
Write commands: move forward, turn left, turn right, pick up.
3
Step 3
Have someone follow the commands exactly.
4
Step 4
Fix any errors and try again.
What they are learning
Computational thinking
Sequencing
Logic