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PYXEL Coder's Best Friend
SKU
044904
Grade 3-AD
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Teaching Method
Traditional
Teacher-centered curriculum commonly used in classrooms that may include a text, teacher manual, tests, etc.
Charlotte Mason
A methodology based on the work of a 19th century educator who maintained that children learn best from literature (Living Books), not textbooks.
Classical
A methodology based on the Latin Trivium (three stages of learning), including the grammar stage (memorization and facts), logic stage (critical thinking), and rhetoric stage (developing/defending ideas).
Unit Study
A thematic or topical approach centered around one topic that integrates multiple subject areas.
Montessori (Discovery)
A methodology based on the work of a 20th century educator that emphasizes student and sensory-driven discovery learning and real-life applications.
Other
Other methodologies
Religious Content
Secular
Contains content contrary to common Christian beliefs (i.e. evolution).
Neutral
Avoids religious or theoretical topics or presents multiple viewpoints without preference.
Christian/Religious
Faith-based or including instructional religious content.
Learning Modality
Auditory
Learns through listening, talking out loud or reading out loud.
Visual
Learns through seeing, prefers written instructions and visual materials.
Kinesthetic/Tactile (Hands-On)
Learns through moving, doing and touching.
Multi-Sensory
Curriculum that employ a variety of activities/components.
Presentation
Sequential
Curriculum progresses through well-defined learning objectives. Emphasizes mastery before moving to the next topic.
Spiral
Topics and concepts are repeated from level to level, adding more depth at each pass and connecting with review.
Conceptual/Topical
Focus is on the “why,” often with a unifying concept as well as specific skills; coverage may be broader.
Teacher Involvement
Low Teacher Involvement
Student-led materials; parent acts as a facilitator.
Medium Teacher Involvement
A mix of teacher-led time and independent student work.
High Teacher Involvement
Teacher-led lessons; may utilize discussions, hands-on activities and working together.
Additional Materials Required
No other materials needed
Everything you need is included.
Other Materials Required
There are additional required resources that are a separate purchase.
Other Materials Optional
There are additional resources mentioned or recommended but are not absolutely necessary.
Consumable
Consumable
Designed to be written in; not reusable.
Non-Consumable
Not designed to be written in; reusable.
Our Price
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Warning
Choking Hazard
- Small parts. Not for children under 3 years.
Description
Great for children and teens who have an interest in coding, this robotic pet is interactive through Blockly and python™ coding commands! Simply download the Pyxel app on a smartphone, tablet, or computer to get introduced to the coding methods, although the app works best on computers. Through coding commands, the animal (dog or cat depending on user preference), can do tricks such as reacting to touch, sense close objects, make expressions, wag tail, react to noises, make noises, change LED colors, wag tail, and more! Included is a code activator, which can download 6 different tricks with the press of a button. The robotic pet is approximately 8.5” long and 6.5” tall. Requires 2 AAA batteries, not included. ~ Brianna
Publisher's Description of PYXEL Coder's Best Friend
This programmable pet is a coder’s best friend! Kids can use a computer or tablet to code this four-legged friend and level up their coding skills! No coding experience? No problem! Start with drag and drop coding language Blockly, and level up to advanced Python coding! Code your pet to do cool tricks, change color, make and react to sounds, and express emotions! Kids can activate the code from their tablet or computer or step away from the device with the Code activator! Includes PYXEL A Coder’s Best Friend, a rechargeable battery, built-in user interface, and a Code Activator.
Details
| Product Format: | Other |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Educational Insights |
| Grades: | 3-AD |
| EAN/UPC: | 086002011305 |
| Length in Inches: | 8.25 |
| Width in Inches: | 11 |
| Height in Inches: | 7.375 |
| Weight in Pounds: | 2.35 |
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