The EaRL Starter Set from Hope Education is an engaging resource designed to introduce Key Stage 1 pupils to coding and programming through hands-on activities. Ideal for teachers seeking to support the Computing curriculum, this set encourages cross-curricular learning in areas such as Phonics, Maths, and Geography.

This set includes the EaRL V2 Coding Robot, sequencing cards, and four themed floor mats, providing a clear and tactile way for children to explore algorithms and problem-solving.

Whether your pupils choose to send EaRL on a journey about town or on a voyage across the United Kingdom, this pack is sure to strengthen their programming skills, enabling the exploration of coding in a clear, visual and tactile manner. It also offers endless opportunities to enrich teaching across the curriculum, including learning about early letter sounds and basic shape and space.

• Includes 1 EaRL V2 Coding Robot for programmable activities

• Contains 65 sequencing cards to support step-by-step coding

• Four floor mats: Alphabet, 2D Shapes, Street Scene, and UK Map for varied learning contexts

• Suitable for Key Stage 1 Computing and cross-curricular lessons

• Designed for classroom use; supports visual and tactile learning

This lovable cyclops alien from outer space is the perfect programming partner for the future coders of your classroom. His programmable features include flashing lights, sounds (including the ability to upload your own personalised sounds), and movement. Pupils can programme EaRL using the large buttons on the back of his shell; perfect for developing fine motor skills. For those at the next stage of their coding journey, he can also be programmed using Scratch for KS2. The EaRL Starter Set includes everything you need to begin coding together as a class.

•Teach coding as part of your maths, English and geography lessons using the 5 cross-curricular coding resource mats included in the Starter Set.

•Develop the directional language and provide opportunities for computational thinking using the Sequencing Cards.

•Teach a range of skills in coding whilst using EaRL as a vehicle to provide a multi-sensory learning experience in other core subjects.

What’s in the set?

1 x EaRL Coding Robot

65 x Sequencing Cards (11 x 11cm)

1 x 2D Shapes Mat (76.5 x 76.5cm)

1 x Alphabet Mat (76.5 x 76.5cm)

1 x UK Map Mat (76 x 76cm)

1 x Street Scene Mat (61.5 x 122cm)