Grades K–3 Print + Digital + Personalized Learning
Classroom Computer Science
Small discoveries. Thoughtful choices.
Ready for a world of AI and robotics.
Computer Science Standardsfor Grades K–3.CSTA – Computer Science
Teachers Association
Standards alignment
100% coverage of the 2026 CSTA Computer Science Standards for Grades K–3.
Every MineSTEM lesson maps to the CSTA Foundational Standards, the 2026 PK–12 standards from the Computer Science Teachers Association. Kindergarten covers the combined PK–K band, and Grades 1, 2 and 3 each cover their own grade-level expectations — all of them.
Computer Science Standardsfor Grades K–3.CSTA – Computer Science
Teachers Association
1 · Why it matters
Computing shapes everyday life. Students of every background and every ambition need strong computer science to take part in society as informed citizens and to create with confidence.
“Who can see the information this app keeps about me — and could I build an app of my own?”
“How did this ad know where I have been? Is something following my location?”
“My friend can’t see the screen. How could this website be designed to work for everyone?”
“What rules should AI follow, and who gets to decide?”
2 · The CSTA vision for PK–12 computer science
- Every student is engaged and supported in learning computer science, including how it affects people, societies, cultures and economies.
- Policies, teaching and classroom practice actively support every student in learning computer science.
- Standards keep pace with what students need to learn now and in the future.
- Students are empowered to shape tomorrow’s technology-driven world responsibly.
3 · How the standards are built
The Foundational Standards build one learning progression from pre-kindergarten to high school: a combined PK–K band, grade-level expectations for Grades 1–5, one middle school band and a high school foundation. MineSTEM Classroom Computer Science covers every expectation in K, 1, 2 and 3.
Source: Computer Science Teachers Association (CSTA) Foundational Standards, summarised by MineSTEM. Read the standards at csteachers.org
The books
A Teacher Edition and a Student Edition for every grade.
Printed books for Kindergarten through Grade 3 — the same lessons teachers assign on the MineSTEM platform.
Teacher’s Guide
- Objectives, timing and materials
- Modeling scripts and discussion prompts
- Two core activities in every lesson
Student Workbook
- Problem sets and exit tickets
- Homework and a family newsletter
- Printable picture cards
See the program
One lesson, start to finish.
Our values / The purpose behind the program
Prepare children. Empower teachers.
MineSTEM connects books, assessment and personalized instruction to help teachers prepare children for a world of AI and robotics — and to consider technology’s benefits and its effects on people and society.
- Curiosity with purposeExplore how technology can solve problems and improve lives.
- Responsibility with empathyAsk who benefits, who is affected and what is fair and safe.
- Teachers at the centerEquip teachers to guide learning, discussion and thoughtful choices.
Grade K / Unit 2, Lesson 8: If This, Then That
You can see the thinking. Then hear the explanation.
“IF I show this signal, THEN you do this action.” A child chooses a signal, a partner responds, they switch roles and explain why it works — computer science made visible through movement, pictures and conversation.
Signal Station
Tap a signal to say the rule.
01 / Explore
Begin with something children already know.
A teacher script, picture signals and discussion questions connect a condition to an action: IF the bell rings, THEN line up.
02 / Develop
Try the rule. Discuss what makes it work.
Children act on signals, match pairs, test a partner’s rule, then use the idea in a new situation — STOP, an alarm clock, rain and sun.
03 / Refine
Check understanding. Choose the next move.
An exit ticket shows who has it, and the guide gives a reteach, practice or extend move for every child.
Track and support students’ growth
One idea. Print and online. Evidence for the next step.
Picture answers and read-aloud questions let children show what they know. Digital exit tickets score themselves against the lesson’s learning targets.
- DiagnosticFinds each child’s starting point.
- Exit ticketsScored automatically by learning target.
- Personalized pathHints and extra practice; mastery moves ahead.
Experience MineSTEM
Build understanding.
Inspire responsible choices.
