10 Quick and Easy STEM Activities for Elementary School Students

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6. Computer Coding Without Computer

The first step is to make a simple computer coding game board. You can use a ruler to make the squares for the grid and lay out the tape. To make coding command cards, you can use sticky notes or cut cards and label them. “Forward”, “Turn Left”, and “Turn Right” commands are enough for the start. Next, you need to put some obstacles on the board and choose something to be your finish point. Let your imagination do the rest because you can change the game each time.

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