RoboBytes
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Texas, United States
About the store
Welcome to my TPT store!
I’m a longtime robotics teacher with almost two decade of hands-on experience in the classroom. Over the years, I found myself creating nearly all of my own lessons, activities, worksheets, and assessments—simply because quality robotics resources were hard to find. I know firsthand how much time, energy, and heart teachers pour into their students every day.
That’s why I started this store: to give back to hardworking educators by sharing the materials I’ve crafted, tested, and refined with real students. My resources are designed to be clear, engaging, classroom-ready, and aligned with the real challenges teachers face when introducing robotics, engineering, and coding concepts.
Whether you’re brand new to robotics or have been teaching it for years, I hope these lessons make your planning easier and your students’ learning even more exciting.
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RoboBytes | SPIKE Prime | Unit 6 Lesson 8 – Design Your Own Course
No instructions. No given thresholds. No pre-built course. Just students, tape, and everything they've learned. Students design a multi-segment tape course from scratch, calibrate their own thresholds, complete a segment planning table, use a code checklist, then write and test a full navigation program. Teacher notes include physical setup guidance, three no-build alternatives, calibration tips, differentiation strategies, debrief questions, and a 75-point grading rubric with 10-point bonus. Wh
6th - 8th
Computer Science - Technology, Robotics
RoboBytes | SPIKE Prime | Unit 6 Lesson 7 – Navigation Challenge
Everything from the unit, combined into one real challenge. Students program their robot to follow a course, detect intersections, and reach a destination — using the full toolkit they've built across Lessons 1–6. The lesson opens with a structured debugging warm-up, then launches into the challenge with differentiated levels so every student has an entry point and a ceiling to reach for. What's included in this powerpoint:Link to editable teacher slide deckLink to editable differentiated studen
6th - 8th
Computer Science - Technology, Robotics
RoboBytes | SPIKE Prime | Unit 6 Lesson 5 – Intersection Detection
The line follower hits a crossroads — literally. Students add intersection detection to their existing line following program using a second, lower threshold on the same color sensor. A direction variable set before the loop controls what the robot does when it detects a full black intersection. Clean logic, real decision-making, satisfying to test. What's included in the powerpoint:Link to editable teacher slide deck (10 slides)Link to editable student worksheetLink to editable teacher answer k
6th - 8th
Computer Science - Technology, Robotics
RoboBytes | SPIKE Prime | Unit 6 Lesson 6 – Multi-Segment Navigation
Two intersections. Three segments. One variable keeping track of it all. Students build a complete multi-segment navigation program using a segment variable to track position across a course. Each intersection triggers a different action — a turn, a beep, a stop — based on where the robot is in the sequence. Students trace the program, predict outputs, and test against a real tape course. What's included in this powerpoint:Link to editable teacher slide deck (12 slides)Link to editable student w
6th - 8th
Computer Science - Technology, Robotics
RoboBytes | SPIKE Prime | Unit 6 Lesson 4 – Read the Code: Line Following
No building. No testing. Just reading, thinking, and understanding. Students analyze three pre-written line following programs — an if/else version, a speed variable version, and an error-based steering version — and answer questions about what each one does, why it's written that way, and what would happen if something changed. A great lesson for building code literacy and slowing down to think. What's included in the powerpoint:Editable teacher slide deckEditable student worksheetEditable teac
6th - 8th
Computer Science - Technology, Robotics
RoboBytes | SPIKE Prime | Unit 6 Lesson 3 – Improving follow: Smarter Steering
One threshold works. Two thresholds work better. Students upgrade their basic line follower by adding a second threshold, creating three zones instead of two. The result is a smoother, more responsive robot — and a clearer understanding of why dead zones matter. Includes a speed block fix that cleans up a common beginner mistake. What's included in this powerpoint:Link to editable teacher slide deck (12 slides)Link to student worksheetLink to teacher answer key & facilitation notes📦 This lesson
6th - 8th
Computer Science - Technology, Robotics
RoboBytes | SPIKE Prime | Unit 6 Lesson 1 – What is Line Following?
Two weeks of line following starts here — and this lesson makes sure students actually understand what's happening before they write a single block. Students use a helper program to read real reflected light values from their robot, discover where the threshold between "on the line" and "off the line" lives, and learn why robot placement matters before the program even starts. What's included in the powerpoint:Editable teacher slide deck linkEditable student worksheet linkEditable teacher answer
6th - 8th
Computer Science - Technology, Robotics
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About the store
Experience
Welcome to my TPT store!
I’m a longtime robotics teacher with almost two decade of hands-on experience in the classroom. Over the years, I found myself creating nearly all of my own lessons, activities, worksheets, and assessments—simply because quality robotics resources were hard to find. I know firsthand how much time, energy, and heart teachers pour into their students every day.
That’s why I started this store: to give back to hardworking educators by sharing the materials I’ve crafted, tested, and refined with real students. My resources are designed to be clear, engaging, classroom-ready, and aligned with the real challenges teachers face when introducing robotics, engineering, and coding concepts.
Whether you’re brand new to robotics or have been teaching it for years, I hope these lessons make your planning easier and your students’ learning even more exciting.
💛 Did you know you can earn credit toward future TPT purchases just by leaving a review?
After downloading this product, please take a moment to leave feedback on the product page or through My Purchases under My Account on TPT. Your reviews truly help and are greatly appreciated!
Thank you for everything you do for your students—and for being here!
Teaching style
I believe that all children can learn when we take the time to understand what’s holding them back and help them see the “why” behind each step. Too often, we’re rushed and end up teaching shortcuts rather than building true understanding. My approach focuses on slowing down, identifying learning obstacles, and guiding students through the reasoning that makes concepts stick. When students grasp the purpose behind what they’re doing, their confidence—and their learning—skyrockets.
Awards & shining teacher moments
Some of my proudest accomplishments come from the curriculum I’ve created over the years. Whether I was teaching math intervention, launching a brand-new engineering course, or implementing computer science for the first time on my campus, I thrived on developing everything my students needed to succeed. From supplemental lessons and worksheets to hands-on activities, quizzes, and full unit tests—I built complete, classroom-ready materials from the ground up.
Seeing students grow in confidence because of resources I created has been one of my greatest joys as an educator. Those moments of “I get it!” are the true rewards that continue to inspire the work I share here.
My own education history
I hold a B.A. in Interdisciplinary Studies and bring a strong, well-rounded foundation to every resource I create. My broad certification background has allowed me to teach and design curriculum across multiple grade levels and subjects. My certifications include:
Technology Applications (EC–12)
Generalist (4–8)
Mathematics (4–8)
Generalist (EC–4)
Technology Education (6–12)
English as a Second Language Supplemental (EC–12)
In addition to my teaching certifications, I am also PLTW (Project Lead The Way) certified in multiple pathways, including:
Design and Modeling
Green Architecture
Automation and Robotics
Medical Detectives
Computer Science for Innovators and Makers
Introduction to Engineering Design
Principles of Engineering
Engineering Design and Development
This diverse training and hands-on experience shape the way I create resources—intentional, practical, cross-curricular, and designed to support students at all levels.
Additional biographical information
I’d love to hear from you!
Have a question about a resource or an idea for something you wish existed? Email me anytime at robobytes101@gmail.com
I’m always excited to connect and appreciate suggestions for future products.
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