Investigation: Maze – Debugging Directions

Investigation: Maze – Debugging Directions

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Suggested AdaptationS

Check out our guide to adaptations. Adapt for environment, materials, instruction.

General Guide to Adaptations

Description

Children will figure out the error in a sequence of steps leading to a treasure.

Materials

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

Instruction

  • If children still struggle after providing support, bring attention to the error and work with children to fix the error.
  • Allow children to point with their finger and model adjusting the arrow.
  • Remind children that mistakes are part of learning to program and that together we can figure it out!

 

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