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Mars Coding Quest

Details
Topics
Applied Design and Technology
Coding
Space Science
Activity Type
Lab Workshop
Duration
45 min
Cost
Free until March 31, 2026. After March 31, 2026 - $5.45+GST per student
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Mars Coding Quest will encourage students to work collaboratively with each other and technology to explore Mars.

Mars Coding Quest is an exciting, hands-on workshop that brings coding and space exploration together! Using Dash Robots, students will dive into coding concepts like functions and sensors in a fun, engaging way. As they code their robots to explore an imaginary Martian surface, they’ll develop computational thinking skills. Along the way, they’ll map their discoveries, just like real planetary scientists. This workshop offers a unique opportunity to spark curiosity in STEAM through an imaginative, interactive mission to Mars!

*Please note this workshop is a reimagined version of the previous Coding for the Climate Workshop

Grade Levels

Grade 2, Grade 3

Curriculum Links

Grade 2/3 Social Studies – Simple Mapping

Grade 2/3 Social Studies – Relationship between people and environment

Grade 2 Science – Water is essential to all living things

Grade 3 Science – Wind, water, and ice change the shape of the land

Grade 2/3 English Language Arts – Curiosity and wonder lead us to new discoveries

Grade 2/3 Math – Measuring in metric units (centimetres)

Many curricular competencies from ADST are incorporated.

Availability

  • 10:30, 11:30, 12:30
  • Monday-Friday
  • October 1, 2025 - June 19, 2026

Language

  • English

Additional Information

  • Check out what requirements you’ll need to book a field trip on our Field Trip page.
  • Maximum class size is 30. Please note, students will be working in groups of 3 for this workshop.
  • Teachers and chaperones are required to remain present during the workshop to assist with material distribution, facilitation, and behaviour management.

Pre-Workshop Activity (optional)

Grid Coding: This activity introduces some coding concepts as an unplugged (no screens) challenge that incorporates physical movement.

 

 

 

 

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