Tracing shapes with Dash

Description

In this activity, learners plan and build a sequence of movements to trace simple shapes.

Steps

• Place a large sheet of paper on a hard and flat surface and tape its edges to the floor.
• Tape a marker on each side of Dash.
• Place one of the printed shapes on the large sheet and tape it to secure it in place.
• Turn on Dash and start using the coding environment to make Dash trace the shape on the paper.

Tips

• If you are doing this activity on a tabletop or an elevated surface, block the edges to prevent robots from falling.
• If you don’t have access to a printer, you can draw or use masking tape to build a shape on the large sheet of paper.
• Make sure the marker tips can touch the paper.
• Traced lines may not be straight and accurate as markers may move in different directions.

Skill Development

• Analytical/Reasoning
• Directional
• Mathematical
• Sequencing
• Spatial

Level Up

Complete this activity again with a new shape or pattern.