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How to Load Two ScratchX Extensions: PocketLab and a Non-PocketLab ScratchX Extension
PocketLab - ScratchX Integration - The Basics
To use the PocketLab - Scratch integration, PocketLab uses a ScratchX extension. This is simple enough and involves following a link and connecting your PocketLab in a Chrome browser. We recommend starting with this simple version of the PocketLab - ScratchX Integration. Read more about it here.
Common Sense Education Rates PocketLab a "Top Pick for Learning"
Common Sense Education Gives PocketLab 5 Stars and Rates It a Top Pick For Learning
What the reviews say about PocketLab:
"Kids...can design investigations that matter to them."
"VelocityLab provides a new way of learning about motion."
"Sensors are durable and lightweight, so students can be creative."
"VelocityLab is a great way to turn play into science."
PocketLab on DonorsChoose.org
Can I get PocketLab on DonorsChoose.org?
We hear this question often: Can I request PocketLab on DonorsChoose.org? The answer is a definite yes! We are proud to have Nasco as a reseller of PocketLab products, and Nasco is on the short list of qualified vendors for DonorsChoose.org.
Explore with the PocketLab Light Sensor
Use the PocketLab Light Sensor in your Classroom
Our community site is full of interesting and creative ways to use the PocketLab Voyager or PocketLab Weather light sensor. Check out a few of them below to spark some ideas!
Fun with Electromagnetism
Explore Electromagnetism in the Classroom with PocketLab
PocketLab Voyager and PocketLab One's magnetometer provide a unique and easily accessible way to explore electromagnetism in your classroom. Check out these classroom activities below:
Exploring Sports Science
Sports Science with PocketLab
Take your game to the next level while exploring the physics behind your favorite sport. PocketLab’s many sensors can be used in a number of ways to better understand the sports science behind a spiral throw, a spinning ballerina, a runner’s stride, and more. Check out these examples below to find your inspiration.
PocketLab - Um laboratório que cabe na palma da sua mão.
O PocketLab é um laboratório de ciências completo que pode ser levado para qualquer lugar e utilizado para fazer experiências científicas no ambiente ao seu redor. Ele é utilizado por professores e instituições de ensino ao redor do mundo para a execução de atividades práticas de física, ciências ambientais e climáticas, química, robótica, ciência da computação e mais.
Analyzing and Interpreting Data for NGSS
Looking to add analyzing and interpreting data to NGSS lessons? Look no further. PocketLab is multi-function sensor lab that makes it easy and fun to collect, interpret and analyze data for motion, forces, waves, weather, and more.
Assembly Instructions for the PocketLab Hot Rod
Follow this link for a Google Slide Deck of the assembly instructions.
For more information on the PocketLab HotRod, click here.