Children will navigate a grid maze by following arrows (i.e., a code) to find a hidden treasure. A “programmer” will give the directions and the “robot” will follow them.

• If possible complete the activity on the carpet and add Velcro to arrows and treasure so they don’t move when kids step on them.
• Ensure grid is large enough for children to fit their bodies in each square, including if children use adaptive mobility devices such as wheelchairs.

• Provide a visual schedule to help children understand the expectations for the investigation.
• Complete a practice round to demonstrate how the activity works
• Programmer: If children don’t sequence the arrows to the treasure and don’t see their errors, walk through the maze with them and correct the sequence as you go.
• Robot: If children struggle to follow the direction of the arrows, walk with the robot through the grid as well as labeling the direction the robot should move next.
• Robot: Reduce the grid size or hide the treasure closer to the start to make the sequence fewer steps.