Weather Control Project
Make it rain! Use Tynker's Pose Tracking blocks to control the weather.
Activity Details
Encourage your students to take control of the climate with Tynker’s AI Pose Tracking library. In this coding activity, they’ll use simple hand gestures to simulate weather patterns, such as summoning the sun or stirring up a storm. Equipped with a clear sample project and tutorial, they’ll be ready to bring their meteorological creativity to life.
A working webcam is all they need to step into this interactive learning experience.
Teacher Notes
With Tynker’s AI Pose Tracking library, your students can explore the basics of AI as they simulate the weather in our intuitive Hour of Code activity. Tynker’s blocks are designed for young learners, utilizing pre-trained AI models to make sophisticated technology accessible. Encourage them to experiment with different gestures to change weather conditions on their screen, enhancing their coding skills while having fun.
Standards
CCSS-ELA: RF.3.4.A, RF.4.4.A, RF.5.4.A, 6-8.RST.3, 6-8.RST.4, 6-8.RST.7
CCSS-Math: MP.1
CSTA: 1B-AP-11, 1B-AP-12, 1B-AP-15, 2-AP-13, 2-AP-17
CS CA: 3-5.AP.13, 3-5.AP.17, 6-8.AP.13, 6-8.AP.15
ISTE: 1.1.c, 1.1.d, 1.4.d, 1.5.c, 1.5.d, 1.6.b
Get Started in 5 Minutes
- 50+ tutorials for Grade K-12
- Progress tracking (needs classroom setup)
- Student metrics & certificates (needs classroom setup)
- Lesson guides & answer keys
- Marketing materials
| Grades | 3-8 |
|---|---|
| Programming language | Tynker Blocks |
| Experience | Beginner |
| Activity type | DIY Project |
| Length | 50 mins | Runs on: Chrome (29+), Firefox (30+), Safari (7+), or Edge (20+) browser |
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