Multiple activities are built right into iMat One – Shape Challenge – Looking at properties of 2D shapes, Length Challenge – programming the SPRK+ to roll to different points along the meter rule, Racetrack – creating algorithms looking at speed, distance, time and angles. Gate Challenge – explore angles and command SPRK+ to change colour, spin and even speak and finally Math Challenge – Students can develop their coding skills by answering Math questions by programming the SPRK+ to roll to a number.
iMat information
Designed to work with the Sphero SPRK, SPRK+, SPRK Mini and the Sphero EDU platform, the iMat series for SPRK is a wonderful resource for use in the classroom that will develop key coding skills, linking to everyday curriculum outcomes. Supported by a multitude of great activities.
In use, simply open up the superb Sphero EDU app from Sphero, connect the SPRK+ to the iPad, roll out the mat and pupils from ages 5 right up to 18 will be ready to go and create their own algorithms, problem solve and debug while SPRK+ navigates through each engaging activity.
Measuring 1.2m x 3M, iMat Series for SPRK is a robust vinyl floor mat. Its wipe clean, a tough wearing surface is designed for classroom use and comes in a sturdy hard plastic art tube for ease of storage.
iMat is best used with a group of pupils and at least two SPRK units