Dash and the Blockly App

Lesson Four

Introduction

Blockly is a visual drag-and-drop programming tool developed by Google that allows children to snap together commands like puzzle pieces. Take on coding challenges and invent your own creations by using Blockly to control Dash!

The video below will teach you about the Blockly app.

Objectives

  1. Learn how to open the Blockly app
  2. Learn how to drag and drop blocks to the Block Center
  3. Learn about the different commands
  4. Learn how to place and “click” the code into place
  5. Learn how to save and name your program

Materials

  • Dash Robot
  • Device to run Dash
  • Lots of curiosity!