Lesson 3: Through the maze
Developing an understanding of algorithms by writing instructions to direct a rabbit through a maze.New statutory RSHE guidance is here. We’re creating our brand new RSE & PSHE scheme ready for September 2026. Learn more
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Before the lesson
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Lesson plan
1. Recap and recall
Explain that the children will be thinking about what makes a good algorithm. Display the Presentation: Range of answers and arrange the children in pairs. Read the statements out loud. Ask the pairs to talk about which statements are true, which are not true and which might not always be true. Encourage them to give reasons for their ideas.
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Maintained by: Kapow Primary teamLast update: 15 April 2026
