RoboBytes
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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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Spike Prime: Read the Code Series - Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced Bundle
The Read the Code series is designed to save teachers time by teaching students to explain robot behavior before running code. Across Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced levels, students learn to read SPIKE Prime programs, predict behavior, test their predictions, and answer thought-provoking questions that surface the most common robotics misconceptions—so teachers do not have to repeatedly explain them. This is not trial-and-error robotics. It is reasoning, debugging, and understanding—bu
6th - 9th
Computer Science - Technology, Robotics
SPIKE Prime Robotics Unit 2: Precision Driving, Sensors & Debugging (weeks 3-4)
Precision Driving, Sensors & Debugging 11 Structured Editable Lessons | Designed for 45-Minute Class PeriodsThis unit builds directly on introductory movement coding and guides students into precision control, sensor logic, debugging, and engineering decision-making. Designed as Weeks 3–4 in a structured robotics progression, this resource includes 11 lessons, each intentionally planned for a 45-minute class period. Students move beyond basic movement programs and begin coding robots that res
5th - 8th
Computer Science - Technology, Robotics
Spike Prime Coding: Read the Code Series - Advanced Worksheet Bundle
Your students can make robots move — but they struggle to explain why the code behaves the way it does.This Advanced Read the Code bundle fixes that for you. These five Advanced worksheets are designed to save you time by guiding students through the hardest robotics thinking skills: analyzing complex logic, identifying design flaws, and explaining unexpected behavior — before trial-and-error takes over. Students don’t just run code. They read it, predict behavior, test their predictions, an
6th - 9th
Computer Science - Technology, Robotics
SPIKE Prime Coding: Read the Code Series – 5 Beginner Worksheets
Are your students rushing through LEGO SPIKE Prime coding without truly understanding the program flow? Are you looking for low-prep, device-free activities that strengthen problem-solving and code-reading skills? This complete Beginner Read the Code Series is designed to get students thinking critically before they ever run their robots. With five scaffolded worksheets, your students will progress from basic straight movement to conceptual reasoning about infinite loops. Why teachers love th
5th - 8th
Computer Science - Technology, Robotics
SPIKE Prime Coding: Read the Code Series – Intermediate Worksheets Bundle
Save time and money with this ready-to-use 5-worksheet series for SPIKE Prime coding! These worksheets help students read block code, predict robot behavior, and reason through loops, conditionals, and sensors — all without needing to run the robots. Perfect for offline days, early finishers, substitutes, or formative assessment. Bundle Includes: Worksheet 1 – Predict Robot BehaviorStudents analyze simple SPIKE Prime programs and predict robot movement step by step. Worksheet 2 – Repeated Se
6th - 9th
Computer Science - Technology, Robotics
Unit 4 - lesson 1: Speed, Direction, and Torque | SPIKE Prime Robotics
Struggling to teach how gears really work? This lesson makes it simple: students learn how gear size and arrangement affect speed, direction, and force, with real-world examples and hands-on discussion questions. Perfect for SPIKE Prime robotics, it’s a quick, visual way to get students thinking like engineers before they even build. 📦 This lesson is part of the SPIKE Prime Unit 4 Bundle. If you're planning to purchase the full unit, you'll get this lesson included — no need to buy it separate
6th - 8th
Computer Science - Technology, Robotics
Unit 4 - Lesson 2: Gear Ratios SPIKE Prime Robotics Slides, WS & Answer Key
Teaching gear ratios for SPIKE Prime just got easier. This fully illustrated lesson walks middle and high school robotics students through the gear ratio formula step by step — with worked examples, real-world connections, and built-in discussion questions that build genuine engineering intuition. No confusing math, no student glazed-over stares. 📦 This lesson is part of the SPIKE Prime Unit 4 Bundle. If you're planning to purchase the full unit, you'll get this lesson included — no need to buy
6th - 8th
Computer Science - Technology, Robotics
Unit 4 - Lesson 6: Ferris Wheel Build, Code & Control — LEGO SPIKE Prime
It's time to build the Ferris wheel — and write the code that brings it to life. In this 13-slide lesson, students construct their SPIKE Prime Ferris wheel, connect a motor, and write their first working motor program — all in one class. From their very first block program to a complete multi-step "full ride," students move through a carefully scaffolded sequence that builds both their build skills and their coding confidence. By the end of this lesson, students will be able to:Build a Ferris wh
6th - 8th
Computer Science - Technology, Robotics
Unit 4 - lesson 5: Mechanical Design Challenge | LEGO SPIKE Prime
Your students know how gear ratios work. Now they have to hit one. In this two-day engineering challenge, students receive a target gear ratio set by the teacher — and their job is to work backwards to find the right gears, design a train that produces it, build it, and verify with data. There's no open-ended "pick a direction" here. They have to calculate, predict, build, measure, and iterate until the numbers match. This is where gear ratio knowledge becomes gear ratio fluency. By the end of
6th - 8th
Computer Science - Technology, Robotics
Unit 4 - Lesson 3: Speed vs. Torque Lab | SPIKE Prime Robotics
Your students just learned gear ratios — now they get to prove it with their hands. In this lab, students build four different gear setups with their LEGO SPIKE Prime kit, run the motor, and count rotations to see the speed vs. torque trade-off play out in real time. Before they build anything, they use gear ratio math to predict what will happen. After they build, the data either backs them up — or makes them rethink everything. What's Included:Editable student lab worksheet (printer-friendly,
6th - 8th
Computer Science - Technology, Robotics
Unit 2 - SPIKE Prime Touch Sensor Coding – Bump Bot Lesson
Help students move from movement-only coding to true sensor-based robotics control. This hands-on Touch Sensor Coding Activity (Bump Bot) teaches students how to program a robot that responds to real-time input using the SPIKE Prime touch sensor. Students learn how to:• Set movement motors correctly • Use a Forever loop to continuously check a sensor • Write conditional logic using If/Else blocks • Understand state-based behavior (pressed vs released) • Modify steering and rotation values for t
5th - 8th
Computer Science - Technology, Robotics
Unit 2 - SPIKE Prime Sensor Comparison – When Is Each Sensor the Best Choice?
Help students understand when to use each sensor — not just how to code them. This hands-on Sensor Comparison Activity walks students through real testing scenarios using the force, distance, color, motor rotation, steering, and gyro sensors. Students run Code A and Code B in each scenario, observe what happens, and decide which solution is the better engineering choice. Instead of memorizing blocks, students learn to think critically about: • Precision vs prevention • Physical contact vs dete
6th - 8th
Computer Science - Technology, Robotics
Unit 3 -Spike Prime: Read the Code – (Advanced) WS 2: Sensor Priority & Override
Students don’t understand why some sensors seem to “do nothing.”This worksheet explains that problem clearly. Students examine programs where multiple sensors are checked, but some conditions never meaningfully trigger. They predict behavior, test their predictions, and explain how sensor priority and logic masking affect outcomes. The worksheet leads students to discover that the issue isn’t the sensor — it’s the code structure. This worksheet saves you time because: students stop blaming har
6th - 9th
Computer Science - Technology, Robotics
Also included in: Spike Prime Coding: Read the Code Series - Advanced Worksheet Bundle
Unit 3 - Spike Prime: Read the Code – (Advanced) WS 5: Predict, Fix, Improve
This worksheet turns analysis into intentional improvement — not guesswork.Students compare two versions of code, predict behavior, test both versions, and justify which design is better and why. Only after reasoning do students improve the code themselves. This worksheet brings everything together: prediction, evidence, design thinking, and debugging. This worksheet saves you time because: fixes are justified, not random students explain why changes matter code improvements become thoughtful,
6th - 9th
Computer Science - Technology, Robotics
Also included in: Spike Prime Coding: Read the Code Series - Advanced Worksheet Bundle
Unit 3 - Spike Prime: Read the Code (Advanced) – WS 4: Partial Infinite Loops
Students can’t tell the difference between “running” and “responsive.”This worksheet makes that distinction unmistakable. Students examine programs with infinite loops that appear active but trap the robot in limited behavior. They predict long-term behavior, test their predictions, and explain why the robot becomes stuck even though the code is still running. The questions surface logical dead ends that students often miss. This worksheet saves you time because: students stop assuming loops au
6th - 9th
Computer Science - Technology, Robotics
Also included in: Spike Prime Coding: Read the Code Series - Advanced Worksheet Bundle
Unit 3 - Spike Prime: Read the Code – (Advanced) WS 3: Inefficient Logic
The robot works — but the code is bad.This worksheet teaches students to recognize that difference. Students analyze programs that technically behave correctly but include redundant checks, unnecessary blocks, and inefficient structure. They predict behavior, test it, and explain why the code works — and why it’s still poorly designed. This is where students start thinking like real programmers, not just robot operators. This worksheet saves you time because: students stop equating “it works”
6th - 9th
Computer Science - Technology, Robotics
Also included in: Spike Prime Coding: Read the Code Series - Advanced Worksheet Bundle
Unit 3 - Spike Prime: Read the Code – (Advanced) WS 1: Competing Conditions
Your students think multiple “if” statements all matter equally.This worksheet shows them why that’s not true — without you having to lecture. Students analyze code with competing conditions inside a loop. They predict what the robot will do, test their predictions, and explain which condition actually wins and why. Carefully written questions guide students to notice order-of-operations issues that cause unexpected behavior. This worksheet saves you time because: students stop assuming “all c
6th - 9th
Computer Science - Technology, Robotics
Also included in: Spike Prime Coding: Read the Code Series - Advanced Worksheet Bundle
Unit 2 - SPIKE Prime: Read the Code (Inter) - WS# 5 Infinite Loops and Logic
Just because code runs forever doesn’t mean it’s doing anything useful.This worksheet teaches that lesson clearly and early. Students examine programs with infinite loops — including one where a sensor is checked repeatedly but behavior never changes. They predict long-term behavior, test their predictions, and explain why some loops are ineffective. The questions are designed to build a debugging mindset before students reach Advanced robotics. This worksheet saves you time because: ineffecti
6th - 9th
Computer Science - Technology, Robotics
Unit 2 - SPIKE Prime: Read the Code (Inter) - WS# 4 Two Outcomes Inside a Loop
Your students don’t understand why the robot won’t change behavior.This worksheet makes that visible without you re-explaining it. Students analyze if/else logic placed inside and outside of a loop. They predict behavior, test their predictions, and explain why repeated decisions allow robots to respond — while single decisions do not. Carefully structured questions help students articulate why robots sometimes feel “stuck,” even when the code looks correct. This worksheet saves you time becau
6th - 9th
Computer Science - Technology, Robotics
Unit 2 - SPIKE Prime: Read the Code (Inter) - WS# 3 Repeat Actions
Students use repeat blocks — but don’t always understand them.This worksheet clears that up before it becomes a problem. Students read code that uses repeat and repeat-forever blocks to control movement. They predict distance and stopping behavior, test their predictions, and explain how repeated actions affect movement, all without adding sensor complexity. Questions are designed to surface and correct common misunderstandings about loops — especially “repeat forever.” This worksheet saves yo
6th - 9th
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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