This week in computing, Year 1 and Year 2 pupils at Woodlands Academy explored how to use Bee-Bots.
A Bee-Bot is an award-winning, bee-shaped programmable floor robot designed for young children (primarily ages 4–7) to learn basic coding, sequencing and directional language in a fun and engaging way.
During the lesson, pupils learned how to programme the robots by giving them precise step-by-step commands. Through this activity, they developed important skills including sequencing, problem solving and computational thinking, while also building confidence in early coding concepts.
Working together, pupils planned routes and tested their instructions, learning how to debug and improve their commands when the Bee-Bots did not move as expected.
Laura Jane Dowling, Year 1 and Year 2 teacher, said: “Introducing Bee-Bots is a fantastic way for our youngest pupils to begin understanding the basics of coding.
“The children loved giving instructions and seeing the robots follow their commands. It’s wonderful to watch them develop problem-solving skills, teamwork and confidence while having so much fun learning.”
