Blast Off with Gizmos: Coding Adventure on Mars for Grades 4-6
Part of PDTCA 2026
Thursday 19 February 2026·8:00 pm
Embark on a cosmic coding adventure with ExploreLearning Gizmos. Join us to explore the Programmable Rover Gizmo and engage in a basic block coding lesson. Navigate the rover across Mars’ red terrain by moving, turning, jumping and collecting rock samples. This interactive session will introduce educators to Gizmos resources and provide guidance on planning engaging and effective lessons for their students. Access to Gizmos for K-6 teachers has been provided by Alberta Education.
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