Using Sketch Kit with Cue: Programming Woven Patterns (Gr. 6-8)
Description
The weaving machines of the early 19th century were some of the first programmable machines. In this lesson, students will learn about the history of the machines and program Cue to sketch popular woven textile patterns.
Objectives
- Program Cue to sketch complex images based on woven patterns
- Create functions and use nested loops to make programs more efficient
Curriculum Connections Summary
- Ontario - Mathematics - Algebra (Coding)
- Quebec - Mathematics
- New Brunswick - Mathematics
- Nova Scotia - Mathematics & ICT
- Alberta - Mathematics, ICT & CTF
- British Columbia - Mathematics & ADST
- Manitoba - Mathematics
- Prince Edward Island - Mathematics
- Saskatchewan - Mathematics
- Newfoundland & Labrador - Mathematics
- Yukon Territories - Follow's B.C.'s Curriculum
- Northwest Territories - Follows Alberta's Curriculum
- Nunavut - Follows Alberta's Curriculum
Robots and Accessories
Other Supplies
- Sketch Kit marker attachment (1 per group)
- Sketch Kit dry erase markers (1 set per group)
- Wonder Whiteboard Mat and/or butcher paper (1 per every 2 groups)
- Coloured pencils (1 set per group)
- Weaving and Woven Patterns Slides
- Programming Woven Patterns Worksheet (1 per group)
- Tablets - See Tablet Compatibility
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