In Year 4, we have been extending our programming skills by using MakeCode, a programming application supported by Microsoft that is available online. Using this app, we have then been able to download our programs onto MicroBits via bluetooth. MicroBits are credit card-sized mini computers that can be programmed to do many things. They have a simple led panel that
Author: Nigel Riley
In Year 2, we have been looking at how computers can help us store and understand data more efficiently. We investigated opening up our own seaside ice cream shop, and thought about the flavours of ice cream we would sell. In pairs, we carried out our own survey to find out which ice cream flavours would sell best. Most children
Our final full day was certainly action-packed with many thrilling adventures. We took part in a range of activities, including: (Grp A) Orienteering and Beach, (Grp C & D) Mountain and Mine, and (Grp B & E) Rock and Water. Before all this good stuff however, we had do some of our breakfast / morning chores! This included sweeping, setting
Our second full day here at Dol-y-Moch was packed with activities. Some groups when up a mountain, whereas some tried their hand at rock climbing and kayaking. First though, the day started in a similar fashion to yesterday, breakfast and morning chores! Mountain, River and Mine The children challenged themselves in many different ways today. Some groups hiked and scrambled
Our day started with some chores! Whilst some enjoyed some extra time in bed, some of us were working hard gathering weather information, checking lights and litter, and even setting the tables for breakfast. After breakfast, we prepared our own sandwiches for lunchtime later on. Cannot grumble about the quality of the sandwiches! Water and Rock Group A did some