ToodleBit
"a creative, hands-on approach to KS2 computing"
designed to excite, challenge and motivate all pupils
What is ToodleBit?
ToodleBit is a creative, hands-on approach to teaching KS2 computing.
It includes a progressive scheme of work, detailed lesson plans, an online classroom with video explainers, support and extension activities plus a comprehensive box of components.
ToodleBit uses the BBC Micro:Bit to combine computing, science, maths and design technology into exciting and stimulating lessons with pupils physically making and coding their own gadgets.
Packages include
Online Classroom
The classroom provides a series of lessons providing progression from Year 3 to Year 6. Each lesson is designed to allow pupils to progress at their own pace with support and extension activities.
Animated videos
Within each lesson videos guide pupils through each activity providing the subject knowledge and specialised language. They also enable pupils to work with greater independence from the teacher.
Kit Box
Includes all the components required to complete each lesson and the associated cross curricula projects. Designed for a class of 30 with pupils working in pairs, the box includes 15 sets of everything including buggies.
Teacher Comments
Simon
They really are much simpler to use than I expected and the way the Toodlebit scheme is laid out means that it is straightforward, exciting and accessible to all.
“The plans are clear and precise which means that I only have to spend a minimal amount of time familiarising myself with the lesson. The equipment is all neatly packaged reducing time finding resources.”
Cathy
Toodlebit is just so easy to use and deliver. Our Teaching assistants who lack confidence when it comes to computing lessons were able to understand the objectives and work with the children more confidently.
The children really enjoyed the activities and their is scope for all to improve at their own levels.
Mary
It is easy to use, clear and does fulfil the objectives for the children.
“A child who finds reading and writing difficult was able to complete toodlebit tasks and was keen to persevere to get the outcome. The shift in her confidence has been great to see.”
Leila
Absolutely brilliant resource and the possibilities are endless. Excellent support and training too. Highly recommended!