Makey Makey

Makey Makey is an invention kit that allows you to turn simple everyday objects into amazing new purposes.  Makey Makey is easy to use and is limited only by your imagination!

What does it look like?

Makey Makey simply consists of a board, a usb cable and some alligator clips.

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Thank You

We are very lucky that Miss Lee's Uncle (John) and Aunty (Inger) donated these kits to our school!  Thank you very very much! 

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Links

For more information about Makey Makey go to http://www.makeymakey.com/ 

For Makey Makey ideas and help go to http://makeymakey.com/howto.php 

Code.org

The first coding program we are going to explore is code.org.  

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What is code.org?

Code.org is a great platform to learn to code, it has short interactive tutorials on a variety of topics including minecraft, flappy bird and star wars.  

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Start now and give it a go!

Welcome

Welcome to the CTK Coding Club blog.  Here you will be able to find links to the sites we using in our coding club and examples of our projects. 

What is coding?

Coding is what makes it possible for us to create computer software, apps and websites. 

Who can learn to code?

Anyone can learn to code.  You, your brothers, sisters, parents, grandparents can code!

Why learn to code?

Coding is a great way to develop valuable life skills such as logical thinking, teamwork and collaboration, and problem solving.  Plus it is lots of fun!