Sphero Astronomy
by Micky Moschetti
In this engaging lesson, students will use Sphero robots and a Solar System map to learn intermediate level solar system geography. Students program the robots to move from one location on the map to another.
Lesson Plan Link/URL
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/12RJnMWdIrfGYUEh2ztvXbKatJZiZSNbPP-9RNjO…Subject Area
Science Earth and Space Science E2: Earth & the Universe Technology 4. Innovative Designer 5. Computational Thinker Engineering S2: Apply the Engineering Design Process S5: Apply Technology to Engineering Mathematics Measurement and Data (MD)
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