Lesson Plan Grade 7-9 Coding & Robotics, T1 - WK4

This resource provides a comprehensive lesson plan and supporting materials for Week 4 of the Coding & Robotics curriculum for Grades 7-9. It focuses on integrating sounds, customizing backdrops, and developing an interactive "About Me" project in Scratch. The lesson emphasizes creative coding and computational thinking (C1-C4).

Key Features:

1. Learning Objectives:

   • Add and trigger sounds using the "Sounds" tab.
   • Customize sprites using costumes.
   • Add and manage backdrops for context.
   • Create an interactive Scratch project combining sprites, sounds, backdrops, and motion blocks.

2. Lesson Content:

   • Introduction: Recap of prior learning with a KWLS chart and demonstration of new Scratch features (sounds, costumes, and backdrops).
   • Main Activity: Step-by-step guidance on completing the "About Me" interactive project.
   • Reflection: Prompts for learners to discuss challenges and successes, fostering critical thinking and creativity.

3. Included Materials:

   • Printable activity sheets:
     • Task 1: Adding sounds to sprites.
     • Task 2: Exploring and editing costumes.
     • Task 3: Managing and switching backdrops.
     • Task 4: "About Me" project checklist and reflection.
   • KWLS chart template for learner reflection.
   • Teacher demonstration notes for each task.

Target Audience:
Grades 7-9 educators and learners new to Scratch programming.

This resource ensures that educators have all the tools to facilitate engaging and meaningful coding lessons while helping learners build essential computational thinking and programming skills.