{"product_id":"bee-bot-blue-bot-number-line-mat","title":"Bee-Bot \/ Blue-Bot Number Line Mat","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBee-Bot \/ Blue-Bot Number Line Mat\u003c\/strong\u003e combines hands-on programming with early numeracy, helping pupils explore numbers and mathematical operations through physical movement.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mat features \u003cstrong\u003enumbers 1 to 10\u003c\/strong\u003e, accompanied by engaging illustrations representing each quantity. Pupils can place Bee-Bot or Blue-Bot on a starting number and program it to move forwards or backwards along the number line, providing a visual and practical way to explore \u003cstrong\u003ecounting, number sequences, addition and subtraction\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor example, pupils can start Bee-Bot on 4 and program it to move three steps forwards to demonstrate \u003cstrong\u003e4 + 3 = 7\u003c\/strong\u003e. For subtraction, the robot can begin on a larger number and move backwards. TTS specifically recommends these types of activities for exploring addition, subtraction and inverse operations. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe simple linear layout also makes this a useful introductory Bee-Bot mat. Children can initially concentrate on \u003cstrong\u003eforward and backward movement\u003c\/strong\u003e without having to plan left and right turns, making it easier to understand how individual commands control the robot. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlongside numeracy, pupils develop important early coding skills by planning sequences, predicting where their robot will finish and checking whether their program produces the expected result.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCombines maths and coding\u003c\/strong\u003e – Reinforces early numeracy while introducing programming concepts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumbers 1–10\u003c\/strong\u003e – Clear numerals are accompanied by illustrations representing each quantity. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupports number recognition and counting\u003c\/strong\u003e – Provides a physical and visual approach to working with numbers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExplore addition and subtraction\u003c\/strong\u003e – Move Bee-Bot forwards to add and backwards to subtract. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDevelops sequencing skills\u003c\/strong\u003e – Pupils work out how many movement commands are required to reach a target number.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEncourages prediction\u003c\/strong\u003e – Ask children to predict where Bee-Bot will finish before pressing GO.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupports problem-solving and debugging\u003c\/strong\u003e – Pupils can review their commands when Bee-Bot doesn't reach the expected number.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDurable vinyl construction\u003c\/strong\u003e – Designed to withstand regular classroom use. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible with Bee-Bot and Blue-Bot\u003c\/strong\u003e – Designed for use with both TTS programmable floor robots. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eClassroom Activity Ideas\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAsk pupils to start Bee-Bot on a particular number and program it to reach another. They can work out \u003cstrong\u003ehow many steps forwards or backwards\u003c\/strong\u003e are required before testing their answer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mat can also be used to physically demonstrate number sentences. 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