Last November, I published a post about an interesting product by Modular Robotics called, “Cubelets.” It was included in my “Gifts for the Gifted” series, which I try to do every November and December. (You can find a collection of these here.) Cubelets are a bit pricey for a birthday gift, but they make a … Read more
This is going to be the Phunnest Phriday ever because I get to share some awesome news with you! If you recall (though I certainly wouldn’t blame you if you don’t recall), I posted about a game called “Robot Turtles” last December during my Gifts for the Gifted Series. I debated whether or not to … Read more
In his TCEA 2014 presentation, “Failure to Innovate,” Randy Rodgers stated the above quote, and I realized that it really says a lot about the problems in education today. Our students are far too reliant on following directions, and so many are afraid to deviate in order to do some creative thinking. I remember my … Read more
At the beginning of this school year, I found myself working next to an empty classroom. I thought, “Hey, now we can spread out a bit more during Robotics Club meetings.” In the meantime, I had been reading about the surge of Maker Spaces in libraries and schools. I decided to move the gigantic … Read more
So, weirdly, today’s “Gifts for the Gifted” post has to do with cubes – again. If you have been reading my last few Friday posts, you may have noticed this pattern. It was not pre-determined, I promise. In fact, when I realized the odd coincidence, I almost chose another product to review for today. However, … Read more
I’m a big fan of crowd-funding campaigns. I’ve already backed a few, and I am anxiously awaiting the arrival of these products (2 of which should appear on my doorstep in December!!!!): 3Doodler Robot Turtles Game play-i I recently found out about a new Kickstarter project from Digital Dream Labs that looks very promising to … Read more