Winter 2009 Newsletter - Volume 1, Issue 1
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Inside this issue
"Using LEGO as a teaching principle makes the science principles accessible and
fun!"
-Whittier Parent  Whittier students not only build with LEGO robotics kits according to our curriculum guides, but also imagine what could be build with robotic parts. Above, a 1st grader devises a plan for a pizza machine, something we could all appreciate.
"When education is lighting a fire, there is nothing more exhilarating."
-Stephanie Gonzales  Students compose “Engineer's Reports” as part of their activities with the robotics kits. Here, a first grade student draws a gear train, which was part of a unit on gears and pulleys.
"Dominican culture is incredibly friendly and welcoming, and I truly feel like a
part of this community."
-Katie Apone |
The Robot Round-UpQuick Updates
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