SAM Labs Learn to Code Solution
- Kindergarten
- Grade 1
- Grade 2
- Grade 3
- Grade 4
- Grade 5
- Grade 6
- Grade 7
- Grade 8
Bring computer concepts and programming to life with coding for beginners resources.
From using selection to code a program that detects danger, to using compound conditionals to play a game of ‘Rock, Paper, Scissors’, our coding lessons guide students through increasing programming complexity.
- Learn to Code Overview
- Block-Based Coding
- Coding Lesson Plans and Support
- Learn to Code Hardware Included
Empower students to create and learn with the right coding lessons.
Our Learn to Code course is designed for Grade 4 to Grade 8 educators who are looking to make abstract programming concepts tangible. Designed for teachers at all levels of coding experience, use our easy-to-teach Block-based Coding platform and Bluetooth-connected hardware to bring projects to life.
With over 75+ hours of customizable standards-aligned coding resources and lesson plans, Learn to Code makes it easy to get started. Standards Alignment maps , tutorial videos, formative assessments, and grade overviews all included to support teacher planning.
The simplest interface for integrated coding lessons.
You will receive a 1-year subscription to web-based learning platform SAM Studio—to build confidence in young coders with the opportunity to make advancements and build in complexity. This includes 2 coding platforms, SAM Space (flow-based coding) and SAM Blockly (block-based coding). For the Learn to Code solution, students will use the block-based coding.
Teach coding with confidence.
For the US, the Learn to Code Course covers 100% of the National CSTA Curriculum Standards for grades 4th-8th.
Click here To view the full US alignment maps for Learn to Code.
Available in Google, PDF, or Nearpod our lessons, slide decks, student handouts, and activities can be tweaked for your student needs and implementation. Engage students with interactive videos, quizzes, games, and more.
Use SAM Labs’ Formative Assessments to monitor student learning and provide ongoing feedback, all without leaving the app.
You also receive certified educator onboarding and ongoing personalized support to ensure smooth implementation and adoption. Every purchase includes complimentary onboarding to get started with the foundations of our learning solution and access to weekly office hours with our education team.
Everything you need to bring STEAM to life.
This Learn to Code kit includes enough materials for 30 students to work in groups of three. Bluetooth connected blocks are easy to charge.
All Learn to Code Course Bundles include: 1 Learn to Code Classroom Kit (with built-in charging station) + Tiered Yearly Subscription to SAM Studio
Learn to Code Classroom kit includes:
- 10x micro:bits
- 10x micro:bit battery holder
- 10x micro:bit data cable
- 10x Light Sensor
- 10x Buzzer
- 10x Slider
- 20 x Small Lego compatible Holder
- 10 x Large Lego compatible Holder
- 1 set of 4 international plug adapters
Sample Coding Lesson
The best way to teach students to code.

"I think that Sam Labs does allow for a more playful nature to computer programing and computational thinking that is open-ended and open to interpretation."
Rob van Nood
Catlin Gable School

“One of the big reasons we bought into SAM Labs was because it definitely gets that hands-on connection with kids."
Roger Hay
Gresham-Barlow SD

"Take your time, allow students to fail and learn to debug their systems. Make it fun. Let them explore, they love playing with the sounds...The sky is the limit.
Eddie Lyons
Harmony School of Innovation
Three pricing options to choose from:

Learn to Code Classroom Solution
Features
- Learn to Code Classroom Kit
- 1 Teacher, 35 Students access to SAM Studio Coding Platform
- Single-Sign On
- Unlimited Project Saving + Sharing
- Full Access to All Lessons through the
Content Hub - Interactive Nearpod Lessons
- Formative Assessments + Rubric Packs
- 1 Hour Onboarding + Weekly Office Hours

Learn to Code School Solution
Features
- Learn to Code Classroom Kit
- Unlimited Teachers, Unlimited Student access to SAM Studio Coding Platform
- Single-Sign On
- Unlimited Project Saving + Sharing
- Full Access to All Lessons through the Content Hub
- Interactive Nearpod Lessons
- Formative Assessments + Rubric Packs
- Exciting 1 Hour Onboarding + Weekly Office Hours

Learn to Code District Solution
Features
- Learn to Code Classroom Kit
- 1 Teacher, 35 Students access to SAM Studio Coding Platform
- Single-Sign On
- Unlimited Project Saving + Sharing
- Full Access to All Lessons through the
Content Hub - Interactive Nearpod Lessons
- Formative Assessments + Rubric Packs
- 1 Hour Onboarding + Weekly Office Hours