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Sean Tibor, a Cloud, Infrastructure, and Networks leader at Pfizer, draws from a rich background that spans marketing, database design, and digital agency leadership. Having taught Python to seventh and eighth graders at Pine Crest School, Sean now extends his expertise by supporting interns and tutoring students in Python.
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* Classroom Insights: Experience our journey through both triumphs and trials in the classroom, and learn what it takes to foster a vibrant learning environment.
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Kelly Paredes brings a wealth of global experience in curriculum design and currently inspires sixth and eighth graders at Pine Crest School in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Celebrating her seventh year of integrating Python into her teaching, Kelly has a knack for making complex concepts accessible and exciting.
Sean Tibor, a Cloud, Infrastructure, and Networks leader at Pfizer, draws from a rich background that spans marketing, database design, and digital agency leadership. Having taught Python to seventh and eighth graders at Pine Crest School, Sean now extends his expertise by supporting interns and tutoring students in Python.
Explore with Us:
* Engaging Lessons: Discover how we make Python programming both fun and accessible for young learners, equipping them with the skills to tackle real-world problems.
* Classroom Insights: Experience our journey through both triumphs and trials in the classroom, and learn what it takes to foster a vibrant learning environment.
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  <itunes:subtitle>It's the most wonderful time of the year as Kelly and Sean put together a gift guide for techie kids! From transformable robots to glowing toys to soldering stations, we cover the items on our lists for the holidays. Check the show notes for links that support the podcast!</itunes:subtitle>
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    <![CDATA[<p>It&#39;s the most wonderful time of the year as Kelly and Sean put together a gift guide for techie kids! From transformable robots to glowing toys to soldering stations, we cover the items on our lists for the holidays. Check the show notes for links that support the podcast!</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/teachingpython">Support Teaching Python</a></p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Amazon.com : Plugable USB 2.0 Digital Microscope with Flexible Arm Observation Stand Compatible with Windows, Mac, Linux (2MP, 250x Magnification) : Electronics" rel="nofollow" href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B00XNYXQHE/teachingpython-20">Amazon.com : Plugable USB 2.0 Digital Microscope with Flexible Arm Observation Stand Compatible with Windows, Mac, Linux (2MP, 250x Magnification) : Electronics</a> &mdash; Useful and fun for students, collectors, testers, and anyone interested in exploring the microscopic world. Includes a microscope camera yet cannot be used as a document camera</li><li><a title="Hakko FX888D-23BY Digital Soldering Station FX-888D FX-888 (blue &amp; yellow): Power Soldering Accessories: Amazon.com: Tools &amp; Home Improvement" rel="nofollow" href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B00ANZRT4M/teachingpython-20">Hakko FX888D-23BY Digital Soldering Station FX-888D FX-888 (blue &amp; yellow): Power Soldering Accessories: Amazon.com: Tools &amp; Home Improvement</a> &mdash; Introducing the HAKKO FX-888D Excellent thermal recovery Heater output has been increased by 30% compared to that of the conventional models HAKKO 936·937. Also FX-888D delivers excellent thermal recovery by using T18 series tips for their terrific heat conductivity. </li><li><a title="Amazon.com: Otamatone [English Edition] Japanese Electronic Musical Instrument Portable Synthesizer from Japan by Cube/Maywa Denki, Black : Toys &amp; Games" rel="nofollow" href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B00MRJ8LSU/teachingpython-20">Amazon.com: Otamatone [English Edition] Japanese Electronic Musical Instrument Portable Synthesizer from Japan by Cube/Maywa Denki, Black : Toys &amp; Games</a> &mdash; BEST SELLING – One of Japan's best selling musical Instrument Portable Synthesizer toys!
FUN &amp; EASY TO PLAY - You can create different sound and pitch by pressing down the middle part of the Otamatone. By sliding down your finger up and down, you can create higher and lower tone.
Otamatone's face is made out of rubber, and by pushing his cheeks and making his mouth move around, the volume and the bass of the sound changes.
When you press the cheek, mouth will open. It is a musical insturment, you can enjoy the sound.</li><li><a title="Amazon.com: ropoda Shut The Box Dice Game Wooden (2-4 Players) for Kids &amp; Adults [4 Sided Large Wooden Board Game, 8 Dice + Shut The Box Rules] Amusing Game for Learning Addition, 8.6 Inches : Toys &amp; Games" rel="nofollow" href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B099RS3J7X/teachingpython-20">Amazon.com: ropoda Shut The Box Dice Game Wooden (2-4 Players) for Kids &amp; Adults [4 Sided Large Wooden Board Game, 8 Dice + Shut The Box Rules] Amusing Game for Learning Addition, 8.6 Inches : Toys &amp; Games</a> &mdash; ROPODA Shut the Box is a game of dice, commonly played by 2 to 4 people. Unconfirmed histories of the game could go back to 12th century Normandy. In pubs, Shut the Box is traditionally played as a gambling game. But nowadays, it becomes a popular board game during family events, party and festivals.</li><li><a title="Adafruit CLUE - nRF52840 Express with Bluetooth LE : ID 4500 : $44.95 : Adafruit Industries, Unique &amp; fun DIY electronics and kits" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.adafruit.com/product/4500">Adafruit CLUE - nRF52840 Express with Bluetooth LE : ID 4500 : $44.95 : Adafruit Industries, Unique &amp; fun DIY electronics and kits</a> &mdash; Get a CLUE here at Adafruit by picking up this sensor-packed development board. We wanted to build some projects that have a small screen and a lot of sensors. To make it compatible with existing projects, we made it the same shape and size as the BBC micro:bit and with the same edge-connector on the bottom with 5 big pads so it will fit into your existing robot kit or 'bit add-on.</li><li><a title="T9 Interstellar Agent" rel="nofollow" href="https://robosen.com/store#!/T9-Interstellar-Agent/p/348436769/category=0">T9 Interstellar Agent</a> &mdash; It may look like just a great fun toy, but T9 – the most advanced, programmable auto-converting vehicle to robot on the market -- is much, much more than that. Control it with a mobile device or with voice commands.

T9 is also your shortest path to a rich learning experience -- for kids of any age who are excited by the field of robotics, one of the hottest technologies in the world today.</li><li><a title="Amazon.com: Tamagotchi Star Wars: R2-D2 Classic White (88821) : Everything Else" rel="nofollow" href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B097Z451CX/teachingpython-20">Amazon.com: Tamagotchi Star Wars: R2-D2 Classic White (88821) : Everything Else</a> &mdash; Train R2-D2 to master various skills with STAR WARSTM R2-D2 TAMAGOTCHI. Take care of R2-D2 by keeping him charged and clean and by playing two mini-games (firefighting and Dejarik “holochess”). There are 19 skills for R2-D2 to learn and 7 mini-games for him to unlock, depending on his skill level. Make sure you keep your R2-D2 happy. If you neglect him for too long, the Jawas may take him away!</li><li><a title="reMarkable 2 | reMarkable" rel="nofollow" href="https://remarkable.com/store/remarkable-2">reMarkable 2 | reMarkable</a> &mdash; Take handwritten notes, read, and review documents

Take notes directly on PDFs

Paper-like writing and reading

All your notes, organized and accessible on all devices</li><li><a title="Circuit Playground Bluefruit - Bluetooth Low Energy : ID 4333 : $24.95 : Adafruit Industries, Unique &amp; fun DIY electronics and kits" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.adafruit.com/product/4333">Circuit Playground Bluefruit - Bluetooth Low Energy : ID 4333 : $24.95 : Adafruit Industries, Unique &amp; fun DIY electronics and kits</a> &mdash; Circuit Playground Bluefruit is our third board in the Circuit Playground series, another step towards a perfect introduction to electronics and programming. We've taken the popular Circuit Playground Express and made it even better! Now the main chip is an nRF52840 microcontroller which is not only more powerful, but also comes with Bluetooth Low Energy support for wireless connectivity.</li><li><a title="Amazon.com: Lil&#39; Gleemerz Babies Black &amp; White Figure : Toys &amp; Games" rel="nofollow" href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B07LD7JD4H/teachingpython-20">Amazon.com: Lil' Gleemerz Babies Black &amp; White Figure : Toys &amp; Games</a> &mdash; These Lil' Gleemerz babies were born for teeny gleem dreams!
Press its nose over and over for cute sounds and to light up tummy with rainbow colors.
Tilt upside down and move all around for purrs, coos, and other silly sounds.</li><li><a title="What Is Nintendo? (What Was?): Shaw, Gina, Who HQ, Thomson, Andrew: 9780593093795: Amazon.com: Books" rel="nofollow" href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0593093798/teachingpython-20">What Is Nintendo? (What Was?): Shaw, Gina, Who HQ, Thomson, Andrew: 9780593093795: Amazon.com: Books</a> &mdash; Founded in 1889, Nintendo started out as a small playing card company in Japan. Though the cards sold well, Nintendo really became popular when it began creating toys in the 1960s, and then became internationally renowned after developing video games and consoles in the 1970s and '80s. After introducing the world to some of the best-known and top-selling video game franchises of all-time, such as Super Mario Bros., The Legend of Zelda, Animal Crossing, and Pokémon, it's clear to see why Nintendo is beloved by parents as a company that creates nonviolet, family-friendly entertainment for kids.</li></ul>]]>
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    <![CDATA[<p>It&#39;s the most wonderful time of the year as Kelly and Sean put together a gift guide for techie kids! From transformable robots to glowing toys to soldering stations, we cover the items on our lists for the holidays. Check the show notes for links that support the podcast!</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/teachingpython">Support Teaching Python</a></p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Amazon.com : Plugable USB 2.0 Digital Microscope with Flexible Arm Observation Stand Compatible with Windows, Mac, Linux (2MP, 250x Magnification) : Electronics" rel="nofollow" href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B00XNYXQHE/teachingpython-20">Amazon.com : Plugable USB 2.0 Digital Microscope with Flexible Arm Observation Stand Compatible with Windows, Mac, Linux (2MP, 250x Magnification) : Electronics</a> &mdash; Useful and fun for students, collectors, testers, and anyone interested in exploring the microscopic world. Includes a microscope camera yet cannot be used as a document camera</li><li><a title="Hakko FX888D-23BY Digital Soldering Station FX-888D FX-888 (blue &amp; yellow): Power Soldering Accessories: Amazon.com: Tools &amp; Home Improvement" rel="nofollow" href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B00ANZRT4M/teachingpython-20">Hakko FX888D-23BY Digital Soldering Station FX-888D FX-888 (blue &amp; yellow): Power Soldering Accessories: Amazon.com: Tools &amp; Home Improvement</a> &mdash; Introducing the HAKKO FX-888D Excellent thermal recovery Heater output has been increased by 30% compared to that of the conventional models HAKKO 936·937. Also FX-888D delivers excellent thermal recovery by using T18 series tips for their terrific heat conductivity. </li><li><a title="Amazon.com: Otamatone [English Edition] Japanese Electronic Musical Instrument Portable Synthesizer from Japan by Cube/Maywa Denki, Black : Toys &amp; Games" rel="nofollow" href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B00MRJ8LSU/teachingpython-20">Amazon.com: Otamatone [English Edition] Japanese Electronic Musical Instrument Portable Synthesizer from Japan by Cube/Maywa Denki, Black : Toys &amp; Games</a> &mdash; BEST SELLING – One of Japan's best selling musical Instrument Portable Synthesizer toys!
FUN &amp; EASY TO PLAY - You can create different sound and pitch by pressing down the middle part of the Otamatone. By sliding down your finger up and down, you can create higher and lower tone.
Otamatone's face is made out of rubber, and by pushing his cheeks and making his mouth move around, the volume and the bass of the sound changes.
When you press the cheek, mouth will open. It is a musical insturment, you can enjoy the sound.</li><li><a title="Amazon.com: ropoda Shut The Box Dice Game Wooden (2-4 Players) for Kids &amp; Adults [4 Sided Large Wooden Board Game, 8 Dice + Shut The Box Rules] Amusing Game for Learning Addition, 8.6 Inches : Toys &amp; Games" rel="nofollow" href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B099RS3J7X/teachingpython-20">Amazon.com: ropoda Shut The Box Dice Game Wooden (2-4 Players) for Kids &amp; Adults [4 Sided Large Wooden Board Game, 8 Dice + Shut The Box Rules] Amusing Game for Learning Addition, 8.6 Inches : Toys &amp; Games</a> &mdash; ROPODA Shut the Box is a game of dice, commonly played by 2 to 4 people. Unconfirmed histories of the game could go back to 12th century Normandy. In pubs, Shut the Box is traditionally played as a gambling game. But nowadays, it becomes a popular board game during family events, party and festivals.</li><li><a title="Adafruit CLUE - nRF52840 Express with Bluetooth LE : ID 4500 : $44.95 : Adafruit Industries, Unique &amp; fun DIY electronics and kits" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.adafruit.com/product/4500">Adafruit CLUE - nRF52840 Express with Bluetooth LE : ID 4500 : $44.95 : Adafruit Industries, Unique &amp; fun DIY electronics and kits</a> &mdash; Get a CLUE here at Adafruit by picking up this sensor-packed development board. We wanted to build some projects that have a small screen and a lot of sensors. To make it compatible with existing projects, we made it the same shape and size as the BBC micro:bit and with the same edge-connector on the bottom with 5 big pads so it will fit into your existing robot kit or 'bit add-on.</li><li><a title="T9 Interstellar Agent" rel="nofollow" href="https://robosen.com/store#!/T9-Interstellar-Agent/p/348436769/category=0">T9 Interstellar Agent</a> &mdash; It may look like just a great fun toy, but T9 – the most advanced, programmable auto-converting vehicle to robot on the market -- is much, much more than that. Control it with a mobile device or with voice commands.

T9 is also your shortest path to a rich learning experience -- for kids of any age who are excited by the field of robotics, one of the hottest technologies in the world today.</li><li><a title="Amazon.com: Tamagotchi Star Wars: R2-D2 Classic White (88821) : Everything Else" rel="nofollow" href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B097Z451CX/teachingpython-20">Amazon.com: Tamagotchi Star Wars: R2-D2 Classic White (88821) : Everything Else</a> &mdash; Train R2-D2 to master various skills with STAR WARSTM R2-D2 TAMAGOTCHI. Take care of R2-D2 by keeping him charged and clean and by playing two mini-games (firefighting and Dejarik “holochess”). There are 19 skills for R2-D2 to learn and 7 mini-games for him to unlock, depending on his skill level. Make sure you keep your R2-D2 happy. If you neglect him for too long, the Jawas may take him away!</li><li><a title="reMarkable 2 | reMarkable" rel="nofollow" href="https://remarkable.com/store/remarkable-2">reMarkable 2 | reMarkable</a> &mdash; Take handwritten notes, read, and review documents

Take notes directly on PDFs

Paper-like writing and reading

All your notes, organized and accessible on all devices</li><li><a title="Circuit Playground Bluefruit - Bluetooth Low Energy : ID 4333 : $24.95 : Adafruit Industries, Unique &amp; fun DIY electronics and kits" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.adafruit.com/product/4333">Circuit Playground Bluefruit - Bluetooth Low Energy : ID 4333 : $24.95 : Adafruit Industries, Unique &amp; fun DIY electronics and kits</a> &mdash; Circuit Playground Bluefruit is our third board in the Circuit Playground series, another step towards a perfect introduction to electronics and programming. We've taken the popular Circuit Playground Express and made it even better! Now the main chip is an nRF52840 microcontroller which is not only more powerful, but also comes with Bluetooth Low Energy support for wireless connectivity.</li><li><a title="Amazon.com: Lil&#39; Gleemerz Babies Black &amp; White Figure : Toys &amp; Games" rel="nofollow" href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B07LD7JD4H/teachingpython-20">Amazon.com: Lil' Gleemerz Babies Black &amp; White Figure : Toys &amp; Games</a> &mdash; These Lil' Gleemerz babies were born for teeny gleem dreams!
Press its nose over and over for cute sounds and to light up tummy with rainbow colors.
Tilt upside down and move all around for purrs, coos, and other silly sounds.</li><li><a title="What Is Nintendo? (What Was?): Shaw, Gina, Who HQ, Thomson, Andrew: 9780593093795: Amazon.com: Books" rel="nofollow" href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0593093798/teachingpython-20">What Is Nintendo? (What Was?): Shaw, Gina, Who HQ, Thomson, Andrew: 9780593093795: Amazon.com: Books</a> &mdash; Founded in 1889, Nintendo started out as a small playing card company in Japan. Though the cards sold well, Nintendo really became popular when it began creating toys in the 1960s, and then became internationally renowned after developing video games and consoles in the 1970s and '80s. After introducing the world to some of the best-known and top-selling video game franchises of all-time, such as Super Mario Bros., The Legend of Zelda, Animal Crossing, and Pokémon, it's clear to see why Nintendo is beloved by parents as a company that creates nonviolet, family-friendly entertainment for kids.</li></ul>]]>
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