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Debugging Bee-Bot stories
This Computing video supports teachers in delivering a cross-curricular lesson where pupils combine programming with storytelling. By using a story structure, children are given a context for programming the Bee-Bot, which helps engage those who might be less motivated by coding alone. The narrative-based approach also allows for flexibility and differentiation, as children can choose how much of the story to tackle at once. The lesson introduces the idea of debugging, encouraging pupils to recognise and correct errors without moving the Bee-Bot manually.
This video is part of Kapow Primary’s Computing scheme of work – videos. It offers practical guidance on how to model debugging and support pupils in developing resilience when their program doesn’t work as expected. Teachers are encouraged to reinforce the idea that making mistakes is a normal part of learning. The lesson builds on earlier sessions involving tinkering and programming with purpose, rounding off the topic by helping children gain confidence in identifying and fixing problems in their code.
