Lego WeDo

Lego WeDo is designed for students in grades 2-5. It incorporates building with Lego, integration of STEM, and programming using blockly code.  Learn more by visiting: https://education.lego.com/en/lesi/elementary/lego-education-wedo 

Kodable

Kodable is a fun and simple game for all ages that introduces students to coding. It can be accessed online or through an app. There are also lesson plans for teaching coding basics. The basic features are free, but for full access there is a subscription price. Find out more at: https://www.kodable.com/hour-of-code/lessons 

Light Bot Jr.

Use programming logic to solve puzzles and get students problem solving. Get the free Hour of Code version for the iPad: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/lightbot-code-hour/id873943739?mt=8 

The Foos

The Foos is a fun way for students to learn about coding while playing a game.  This app was designed for students in grades K-5. You can access either on an iPad or Android tablet or online.  For more details, please visit: http://thefoos.com/ 

Arduino: Lilypad

For upper elementary students, programming with Arduino can take coding to a new level. Students can use these devices to program wearable technology. The Lilypad can be sewn with conductive thread to create an truly amazing wearable product. Find out more at: https://www.arduino.cc/en/Main/ArduinoBoardLilyPad 

Makey Makey

A Makey Makey allows students to hack their keyboard and invent new ways to control the code that they create. Students engineer ideas and ways to turn things like bananas and playdoh into interactive objects.  This is a great tool to use with Scratch. You can find out more at: http://www.makeymakey.com/