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Cipher Disc

Cipher Disc

by | Mar 3, 2020 | Class News

Codes have been around for a very long time. Throughout history, world events have changed because of secret messages. Sometimes, however, it is important that only a few people understand the message. In the world of cryptology, codes are used to make messages secret...
Pigpen Codes

Pigpen Codes

by | Feb 7, 2020 | Class News

Pigpen – The Pigpen code is easier than it looks and is most students’ favorite. First, draw out the two grids below and fill in the letters. Find out more about this special coding here – Pigpen Code. Try this online conversion. Just type your message and...

Magic Triangles

by | Jan 2, 2020 | Class News

Today you will use logic, task cards and plastic chips with numbers. Follow the instructions on each task card. Move the plastic chips to solve the problem. There is no need for erasing because if you make a mistake…just move the chips. When you find success, record...
Let’s Animate

Let’s Animate

by | Dec 5, 2019 | Class News

Last week, you created a mini-book using a hole for inspiration.  This week, the hole will inspire us to create an animation. You might recall How to Make a Quick and Easy Flipbook from last year. This year we will use technology to help us! Challenges: Make a...
19 Black Spots

19 Black Spots

by | Nov 14, 2019 | Class News

Creative thinking means looking at something in a new way. It is the very definition of “thinking outside the box.” ​ Please check out all the different views of one black spot.     Loading... Taking too long? Reload document | Open in new tab...