Red block, blue block, red block. What comes next? Among the many benefits of block play is the opportunity to develop computational thinking. Even very young children can use blocks to create patterns and solve problems, while building a foundational understanding of coding and algorithms. Learn more about the surprisingly rich connections between block play and computer science. Presenter Ann Gadzikowski, author of Robotics for Young Children, will share ideas and activities that can turn open-ended block play into exciting learning experiences that teach a range of STEM skills and concepts.
