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Lesson:

Learn to Code Level 1: Unit 1

Coding,

Robotics

Experience Level

No Experience Required

Duration

60+ minutes

Group Size

Full Classroom (20+)

Compatible Robots

Root rt0 Coding Robot

Root rt1 Coding Robot

Details

The purpose of Unit 1 is to introduce students to the basics of our Level 1 beginner Code Blocks. By the end of the unit, students will be able to code the Root® Coding Robot to move forward and backward, turn left and right, glow 8 different colors and patterns, and play musical notes. Practice coding concepts by navigating through obstacle courses and choreographing a robo-dance party!

Downloads & Resources

Unit 1: Meet Root

Related Materials

No Experience Required

Learn to Code Level 1: Unit 0

This guide was designed to accompany the use of the iRobot Coding App and the Root Coding Robots when leading students through their Learn-to-Code journeys. Inside we cover interface details, best robot practices, classroom setup and more!

Coding,

Robotics

Unit Lessons & Projects

Lesson 1.1 | Make Your Robot Light Up. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Lesson 1.2 | Get Root Moving. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Lesson 1.3 | Make Root Turn. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Project 1.1 | Simple Sidewalk. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Lesson 1.4 | Control Root’s Movements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Lesson 1.5 | Make Root Light Up and Change Color. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Lesson 1.6 | Play Some Music. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Project 1.2 | Obstacle Course . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Project 1.3 | Dance Floor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60