Remote Control
This computing scheme of work for Key Stage One gets the children to select and record sequences of instructions that can be used to control and move a programmable toy around different routes. The class can describe some of the shapes and symbols used on different buttons to match their specific functions.
Select and record sequences of instructions that can be used to control and move a programmable toy along and around different routes
Lesson One : On and Off
Investigate different control methods that can be utilised when playing with and operating different battery powered toys
Lesson Two : Journey Maze
Select and record sets of instructions that can be used to complete the movement of a toy robot through a maze
Lesson Three : Button Controls
Identify and record different outputs that can result when buttons are pressed on a programmable toy
Lesson Four : Button Sequences
Identify and record movements that can be made by a programmable toy following sequences of actions
Lesson Five : Toy Journeys
Select and devise a sequence of instructions to command a programmable toy around a route
Lesson Six : Toy Mazes
Select and record sequences of instructions to move a programmable toy around a maze
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Maths Measurement Assessment
Assess abilities in estimating, measuring and comparing a range of different measurements for length, mass and capacity
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Family Life
Investigate and reflect on some of the special events and experiences that might happen in the life of a family
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Final Sounds Word Guess
Practise playing some guessing and matching games to identify the spelling and meaning of words with different final sounds
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Building Reports
Explore how to collect facts and information to work with when composing and presenting non-chronological reports about buildings that can be found in the local area