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This colourful 60 × 60 cm mat encourages pupils to identify and compare shapes, colours, sizes and positions while programming Bee-Bot or Blue-Bot to reach the correct destination. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLong Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBee-Bot \/ Blue-Bot Shapes, Colour and Size Mat\u003c\/strong\u003e is a versatile classroom resource that brings together early mathematical learning and hands-on programming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mat features a variety of \u003cstrong\u003e2D shapes in different colours and sizes\u003c\/strong\u003e, allowing teachers to create coding challenges that reinforce shape, colour, size and positional recognition. Pupils can be asked to identify a particular shape or attribute before planning and programming Bee-Bot or Blue-Bot to travel to the correct square. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eActivities can be easily adapted to suit different levels of ability. A simple challenge might ask pupils to program Bee-Bot to a \u003cstrong\u003ecircle\u003c\/strong\u003e, while more advanced tasks can combine several properties, such as finding a shape of a particular colour and size or planning a route while avoiding selected shapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs pupils plan their routes, they are also developing important early coding skills. Children need to create a sequence of instructions, predict where the robot will travel and test whether their program achieves the intended result. If Bee-Bot reaches the wrong shape, pupils can review their commands and make corrections, providing a practical introduction to \u003cstrong\u003edebugging and problem-solving\u003c\/strong\u003e. TTS identifies creating and debugging simple programs alongside shape, position and direction as key learning opportunities for the mat. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe resource is particularly useful for teachers looking to incorporate coding naturally into \u003cstrong\u003emaths lessons\u003c\/strong\u003e, helping pupils explore mathematical vocabulary and spatial relationships through an interactive, physical activity.\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 – Reinforce mathematical concepts while developing early programming skills.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExplore 2D shapes\u003c\/strong\u003e – Helps pupils recognise and identify common shapes. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour and size recognition\u003c\/strong\u003e – Create challenges based on different visual properties.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDevelops positional understanding\u003c\/strong\u003e – Encourages pupils to think about position, direction and spatial relationships. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupports sequencing\u003c\/strong\u003e – Pupils plan and enter commands in the correct order to reach their chosen destination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEncourages problem-solving and debugging\u003c\/strong\u003e – Children can test their routes, identify mistakes and improve their programs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlexible difficulty levels\u003c\/strong\u003e – Progress from simple shape-recognition activities to challenges involving several attributes and more complex routes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal for pair and group work\u003c\/strong\u003e – Pupils can discuss routes and create challenges for one another.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for Bee-Bot and Blue-Bot\u003c\/strong\u003e – Designed for use with 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 program Bee-Bot to a named shape, such as a \u003cstrong\u003ecircle or triangle\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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