Challenge Mat: Basketball

Challenge Mat: Ocean Explorer Grades: K-5 Number of Students: 1-3 at a time   Highlights: Take your coding skills to the court with the Challenge Mat: Basketball! This exciting STEM activity lets students guide Evo through an All-Star Basketball Showcase. Designed to blend coding with sports, the mat challenges young learners to complete basketball drills such as passing, dribbling, shooting, and navigating around defenders. Each activity is carefully crafted to encourage critical thinking, teamwork, and problem-solving as students code Evo to perform a variety of basketball moves with precision. The kit includes everything you need to get started: a 24" x 33" coding mat that fits most classroom desks, challenge cards with step-by-step instructions, and accessories for Evo. The durable, reusable design ensures long-lasting use, making it a valuable addition to any STEM curriculum. With its exciting theme and dynamic activities, the Basketball Challenge Mat is perfect for inspiring the next generation of coders and athletes alike!   Curriculum or Lesson Topics: Perfect for elementary to middle school classrooms, the Basketball Challenge Mat inspires creativity and brings coding to life through interactive play. It’s an engaging way to teach core coding concepts while incorporating movement, strategy, and sportsmanship into the learning process. Whether you’re organizing a friendly classroom competition, exploring solo practice, or developing coding challenges for groups, this mat provides hours of educational fun while promoting both physical and mental engagement.   What's Included: • 24" x 33" Basketball Coding Mat • 15 Challenge Cards • 17 Blockly Basics Cards • 3 Evo Robot Arms • 6 Defenders • 3 Basketballs • 2 Backboards