This unit focuses on practicing with loops and introducing nested loops. Learning in this unit will allow students to:

• Differentiate between commands that need to be repeated in loops and commands that should be used on their own.
• Identify the benefits of using a loop structure instead of manual repetition.
• Break complex tasks into smaller repeatable sections.
• Combine simple shapes into complex designs with nested loops.
• Describe when a loop, nested loop, or no loop is needed.
• Recognize the difference between using a loop and a nested loop.

The content of this unit can be taught by implementing the standalone unit resources and reinforced by embedding the cross curricular activity.