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K–2 Sunday, October 25, 2026 · 6 min

Grade K-2: Kids' robots help the planet, a computer sends a smell & thumb-wrestling in a game

RoboticsSensorsVideo GamesDigital Literacy

About This Episode

This week on TechCheck for grades K–2: school teams in South Africa built robots to tackle problems like dirty air and not enough water, and Hibernia Primary won first prize; scientists built a computer nose that sniffs a smell, names it, and has a machine far away make it again; a new sports video game uses motion sensors so you can thumb-wrestle and ride a skateboard with the controller; and for Media Literacy Week we practice smart searching: use a few good words, remember not every answer is right, and check with a grown-up you trust. Kid-friendly, classroom-safe, and ready for circle time. IN THIS EPISODE

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A reusable K–2 printable — print-first by design for early learners. Same template every week, so students learn the routine once.

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4 quick polls, a story-of-the-week vote, and a 3-question quiz. Answers are anonymous and count toward your class on the grade-band leaderboard. Open until November 1.

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