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Can you imagine in this day of age a child of 9 years using a computer for the first time? We have had laptops for babies for awhile now, and just across the border it’s normal for a home to have multiple computers where it’s the children that teach the adults how to use them.

Me with some of my 6th grade students

Here at the ministry’s school Isaac Newton Academy where I teach Computing to the 4th, 5th, and 6th grades, we have had a very successful first week. How exciting it is to see the students in their new grades, and what a privilege it is to be able to introduce computers to a new group. Many of them reported that yesterday was the first time they used a computer or the internet, and for the vast majority of them, this one hour class once a week is the only time they have to use computers at all.

4th grade exploring inside of computer

In 4th grade, we explored the insides of a computer and played online activities to begin learning the basic parts. See how you do!.. (Matching Activity | Who Wants to be a Millionaire Game | Our 4th Grade Activity Website) 5th grade practiced using Microsoft Word by typing an original story or poem. They did so well that later we got to play some online games. In 6th grade, we practiced online research and began a project where we are dismantling a computer to rebuild it. We’ll see if it turns on again once we’re done! It’s possible we may just end up with some kind of modern art piece, but no doubt we’ll have fun learning about computers. Knowing how to work a computer can open so many doors for them!

Eidi excited about first day of Computing class

Javier writing a story in 5th grade Computing

4th grade Computing class learning parts of computer

5th grade class in Computing

The unfortunate computer 6th grade will be dismantling

6th grade beginning to dismantle a computer

6th grade learning the insides of a computer

Ricardo learning the insides of a computer

6th grade class after computer dismantle

Me with some of my 6th grade students

4th grade exploring inside of computer

This update is dedicated to Michael and Amanda. Thank you for your immense support and love that enables real changes to take place here. Together, we are helping to open doors for these kids to a brighter future.

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