Lightbot
Lightbot is a programming game featuring a robot that completes a sequence of commands to solve puzzles and light up the tiles. As students move through the levels they learn about programming language and coding constructs such as sequential commands, procedures and loops. Lightbot is available to purchase for iOS and android devices, as well as web-based, and there are also teacher resources and explanations available on the lightbot resources website.
Additional details
| Year band(s) | 1-2, 3-4, 5-6 |
|---|---|
| Content type | Tools for learning |
| Format | Apps |
| Core and overarching concepts | Computational thinking |
| Australian Curriculum Digital Technologies code(s) |
AC9TDI2P02
Follow and describe algorithms involving a sequence of steps, branching (decisions) and iteration (repetition)
AC9TDI4P02
Follow and describe algorithms involving sequencing, comparison operators (branching) and iteration
AC9TDI6P02
Design algorithms involving multiple alternatives (branching) and iteration |
| Technologies & Programming Languages | other programming languages |
| Keywords | Computer programming, Algorithms, Decision making, Conditional statements, Coding, Problem solving, Web-based application |
| Organisation | Lightbot Inc. |
| Copyright | Lightbot. May be subject to Copyright Act statutory licence. |
Related resources
-
Dot and Dash Robots
Robots that can be programmed by iOS and android devices to fulfill designed behaviours including moving and singing.
-
Buildable robots and kits
Buildable robots frequently provide an opportunity for students to explore systems, and draw on systems thinking, as they design a robotic solution that incorporates outputs, sensors, on-board microcontroller, actuators, gears and other moving parts.
-
Minecraft Lesson Plans
Find Minecraft lessons spanning primary and secondary school for use with your students.
-
ScratchJr
ScratchJr is an introductory programming language that enables young students (ages 5-7) to create their own interactive stories and games.