Instruction builder
Put instructions in a sensible order, ready for someone to follow.
For parents and teachers
Playing Instruction builder
Read the four steps. Move them into the order needed to complete the task, then check. Play four instruction sets. Afterwards, tell someone the instructions in your own words.
What this game practises
Ordering prepared instructions helps children notice that a reader needs a clear sequence. Think about which action depends on another action being finished first. This game checks the order of supplied steps; composing instructions also involves choosing words and deciding what another person needs to know. Try writing a new set about a familiar classroom task.
Progress and trying again
The normal game controls let children finish, save stars on this device and play again. A previous best result is kept when a later attempt scores less. Matching games count incorrect pairs; ordering games score the first check of each round; sorting games give another chance after a mistake. Take time to talk about a choice rather than racing.
Return to the learning collection for curriculum guidance, examples and activities to try away from the screen.