Binary Beads
Explore binary code and how computers use it to store information.
Pour trouver une version française de cette activité, cherchez pour le nom d'activité suivant: Perles binaires
Welcome to the science behind computers. Students will explore what binary code is and how computers use it to store information.
Developed by Code.Org and adapted for use by Let's Talk Science
What You Need
Introduction:
- Laminated Binary Code Example
- Laminated Binary Decoder Keys 30
Activity #1 - Binary Bracelets:
- 30 cm string (1/student)*
- 60 cm if doing 6 letters
- Blue plastic pony beads*
- Green plastic pony beads*
- White or Black plastic pony beads*
*May need restocking
Tips to restock the kit:
Add all task cards/worksheets/answer sheet master copies to physical manual binder.
When restocking beads, 12,000 beads will be enough to make ~ 400 necklaces of three letters or ~200 necklaces of six letters. You will need ~1,333 white/ black, 5,333 green and 5,333 blue.
Guide and Resources:
Safety Notes
Ensure you are familiar with Let's Talk Science's precautions with respect to safe outreach to youth.
What To Do
See attached document for details.
Discovery
Original Activity:
https://code.org/curriculum/course2/14/Teacher#Review
More information on computer components and further activities:
Investigate Further
Original Activity:
https://code.org/curriculum/course2/14/Teacher#Review
More information on computer components and further activities: