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Lesson 2: Computing commands

Understanding how clear, ordered commands control computers.
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Lesson plan

1. Recap and recall

Display the Presentation: Command check. Click to enlarge the images and discuss what the children can see. Read the question and allow time for paired discussion.

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In this unit

Assessment – Computing Y1: Programming 1: Commands unpluggedLesson 1: Command games
Lesson 2: Computing commands
Lesson 3: Following instructionsLesson 4: Creating instructionsLesson 5: Fixing instructions
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Maintained by: Kapow Primary teamLast update: 15 April 2026

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