Coding Curiosity: Robotics That Spark Wonder, Storytelling, and Innovation

What happens when robots, stories and AI come together in the K-8 classroom? This dynamic session empowers K-8 educators and coaches to reimagine computer science integration through robotics, We Will Write gamification, AI-infused learning, talent development and social-emotional learning. Explore how tools such as Sphero, Indi, Ozobot, LEGO robotics, AR/VR, AI platforms and game-based writing challenges can turn students into coders, storytellers, designers, problem-solvers and innovators. Discover classroom-ready experiences that connect robotics and emerging technology with math, science, ELA, STEAM, entrepreneurship, gifted education, student voice and SEL, from screen-free coding and interactive story maps to sea turtle migration simulations, branded mini golf course design, AI-supported brainstorming and gamified writing missions. You will leave with a classroom-ready framework and practical strategies for designing differentiated, cross-curricular experiences that move beyond technology use into purposeful creation, helping students discover their strengths, build confidence, persevere, collaborate and grow as empathetic, future-ready change-makers.