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Introduction

PrimaSTEM is a tool for teaching children from age 4 the basics of programming, logic, and mathematics without screen devices.

PrimaSTEM

Controller, programming blocks, robot, and program execution results.

Relevance​

Modern children from an early age show interest in video games and electronic devices, quickly mastering them.

Parents recognize the importance of information technology for the successful development of a child but also strive to maintain a balance between learning and children’s health.

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Research shows that early and frequent interaction with screens can reduce cognitive abilities and academic performance.

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Source: Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA), 2022 Results (Volume I)

Use of screen devices by younger children often leads to:

  • psychological difficulties,
  • gaming addiction,
  • impaired vision and physical health.

Goals and objectives​

This educational tool helps children from age 4 learn programming, logic, and mathematics without screens.

With PrimaSTEM, children learn:

  • numbers,
  • spatial orientation,
  • algorithms,
  • logical thinking,
  • programming fundamentals,
  • arithmetic operations and progressions,
  • geometric concepts.

Advantages:

  • versatility,
  • engaging and visual format,
  • screen-free learning,
  • suitable for preschool and young school-age children,
  • natural body materials.

🎯 Main goal - development of cognitive skills through tangible and visual understanding of programming basics and the meaning of program execution results.

How does it work?​

  1. Switch on the robot and controller.
  2. Using command chips, compose a program by placing them in the controller's cells.
  3. Press the “Execute” button.
  4. The robot will perform the program.

Video presentation: youtu.be/Ztq_I1WBiVo

Mathematical drawing using a variable and negative numbers: youtu.be/6Zoyku27mO8

Heart-shaped mathematical drawing: youtu.be/VgiWu200EGw

📺 For more details, visit the PrimaSTEM YouTube channel

Who is it for?​

PrimaSTEM is designed for children and looks like a game, but is a flexible tool for educators and parents. It can be used to teach various subjects - mathematics, programming, physics, history, geography. Everything is limited only by the imagination and skills of the teacher or parents.

The child acquires mathematical and algorithmic foundations, serving as excellent preparation for school and a first experience with programming languages (Scratch, Logo, or Minecraft).

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Example result: a spiral drawn when dynamically changing a variable in a loop.