Year 2s Explore Coding and Robotics with Learn with Bricks

In Week 6 the Year 2 students dove into an exciting workshop with Ben from Learn with Bricks, all about coding and robotics. As part of their Inquiry into Digital Life, the session brought together creativity, teamwork, and hands-on learning in a way that had everyone buzzing with excitement.

The workshop introduced students to how scientists and engineers use rovers to explore places that humans can’t easily reach. They also discovered that solving challenges takes resilience and creative thinking — skills they had the chance to put into practice themselves.

The highlight of the day was building Milo, the Science Rover, using Lego WeDo 2.0 kits. Working in pairs, students learned how to connect motors, SmartHubs, and devices, setting the stage for the next step—coding. Programming Milo was where the real fun began! Students explored how to make their rover move, change direction, adjust speed, and even add sound effects.

Students tested and tweaked their creations, solving problems and learning from each other along the way. It was amazing to see their faces light up as they achieved their goals.

This workshop wasn’t just about coding and robotics; it was about fostering creativity, collaboration, and a love for learning. A big thank you to Ben and Learn with Bricks for inspiring the next generation of thinkers, creators, and problem-solvers.