Binary Code Bracelets


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In this activity, learners make their own binary code bracelets by translating their initials into 0s and 1s represented by beads of 2 different colors. In binary code, each letter is represented by a set of eight digits of either 0 or 1. Each digit is called a bit, and each set of eight digits is called a byte. With two letter initials, bracelets contains 16 bits, or 2 bytes of data. Activity includes a step-by-step instructions, Binary Capital Letters Guide and initials worksheet, suggested extensions, an explanation of the science behind the activity, and how bits and bytes relate to learners' lives.

Quick Guide


Preparation Time:
Under 5 minutes

Learning Time:
10 to 30 minutes

Estimated Materials Cost:
1 cent - $1 per student

Age Range:
Ages 8 - 18

Resource Type:
Activity

Language:
English

Materials List (per student)


Subjects


  • Engineering and Technology
    • Computing
      • Computer Science
    • Engineering
      • Computer Engineering
    • Technology
      • Information and Communication
  • Mathematics
    • Number and Operations

Informal Categories


  • Arts and Crafts
  • Computers

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  • , Michigan Science Center, 2020