Category: Design/Prototype/Make

Video: Navigating Mazes With Sphero

During Tech Day on Thursday, our class constructed mazes out of cardboard in small groups.  We then had to code Spheros to navigate through the mazes without touching the walls or running into any obstacles. Some of the challenges we faced were constructing the obstacles within the maze and then coding the Spheros to be able to navigate through the maze.  We had to learn how to adjust the speed, distance and angles to get the Spheros to navigate successfully through our maze and over ramps and bridges. We also had to learn to work together and divide tasks equally so that everyone was able to participate and take turns coding.

Written By: Carina, Emma, and Laurie.

Before Spring Break we were exploring the structure of comics and graphic novels. We explored how text and visual features work together in graphic novels to tell a story. From organizing the panels and gutters, to different perspective shots, and various ways to create feeling, suspense, emotion, drama, connection.

We looked at what features are important to a story and explored the various elements of a plot.  We looked at different ways to introducing characters and develop the setting.  We also examined how rising actions build up to a climax and how conflicts are resolved through falling action.

Using the resources listed below you can finish your graphic novel assignment in paper or digital format.  Once you have completed your assignment please upload a copy of your finished work to your Blogfolios for assessment.

What is Tessellation?

Step By Step Tutorial

M C Escher Style Tessellation Art for Students

Jeonghoon

Gianna

Chloe L

Lucy

Chloe C

Aisling

Wow! Check out the different things students in Division 4 created for Earth Day. There’s no shortage of talent in Division 4 that’s for sure.

Teach Kids How to Knit with these easy tutorials.

Now that school’s out, and they’re confined to home, a creative outlet is just what they need. Knitting helps kids learn maths, spacial awareness and mindfulness, and boosts their creativity and confidence, all while working at their own pace.

Give it a try if you have knitting materials at home.  Link: Kids Knit