Save time and boost student engagement with this complete Unit 1 resource bundle for AP Computer Science A (Java)!
This collection provides everything you need to teach, reinforce, and assess all Unit 1 topics from the 2025 AP CSA Course and Exam Description (CED) — from variables and expressions to objects and string manipulation.

The unit structure is designed to align seamlessly with CodeHS as a supplemental platform for coding practice and interactive lessons.
However, CodeHS is not required — all materials can be taught independently or easily adapted to fit any curriculum, IDE, or learning platform.

Perfect for teachers who want a flexible, classroom-tested structure that balances guided notes, coding labs, collaborative activities, and project-based learning.

🧠 Topics Covered:

✔ 1.1–1.4 — Variables, Data Types, Expressions, and Input
✔ 1.5–1.9 — Casting, Compound Assignment, APIs, Comments, and Method Signatures
✔ 1.10–1.15 — Class & Instance Methods, Objects, Constructors, and String Manipulation

📦 What’s Included:

• Guided Notes & Teacher Keys (Units 1.1–1.15)
  
• Hands-On Labs: Guided Lab 1.1-1.4, Guided Lab 1.5–1.9, Guided Lab 1.10–1.15
  
• Practice Activities:
  
  • Arithmetic Expressions Exercise
    
  • Error Analysis (Syntax & Debugging)
    
  • Methods Practice
    
  • Think–Pair–Share: String Manipulation
    
  • Mark-Up Assignment: Object Creation
    

• Mini-Projects:
  
  • Simple Stats Calculator
    
  • Student Info Manager
    
  • Student Life Simulator (Unit 1 Capstone Project)
    

• Reflections, Checkpoints, and Assessment Opportunities