Lesson 1: Monitoring devices
Exploring the thermometer's history and researching key animal facts to write informed design criteria for an animal monitoring device.
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Learning objective
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Before the lesson
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Lesson plan
1. Recap and recall
Before starting this unit, check the children can recall that:
- In programming, a loop is a code that repeats something repeatedly.
A Micro:bit is a pocket-sized, codable computer.
An algorithm is a set of instructions to be followed by the computer.
Checking code for errors (bugs) is important.
A simulator can check the code works before installing it onto an electronic device.
- CAD stands for computer-aided design.
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Example work
Auckley School, Doncaster
Auckley School, Doncaster
Auckley School, Doncaster
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Maintained by: Kapow Primary teamLast update: 27 March 2026
