Following Instructions: Building with Blocks

Learning Objectives Follow a 3-step set of instructions to build a block structure. Create a 3-step set of instructions for a partner to follow. Identify when instructions are in the wrong order. Put a jumbled set of 4 instructions into the correct order. Explain why the order of steps is important for building correctly. Have you ever built a cool LEGO® tower? 🧱 You had to follow steps to make it, right? Today, we will learn how to give and follow instructions. This is like telling a computer what to do! It's called coding. 💻 Real-World Applications Following a recipe to bake cookies 🍪 Getting dressed in the morning 👕 Playing a board game with rules 🎲 Brushing your teeth the right way ✨

TermDefinitionExample InstructionA single, simple step to do something. It's one action. ➡️'Pick up a red block.' is one instruction. SequenceA list of instructions in a special order. Like a line of ducks! 🦆🦆🦆1. Pick up red block. 2. Pick up blue block. 3. Put blue on red. AlgorithmA set of instructions to finish a task. It's like a recipe. 📜The full list of steps to build a small block house is an algorithm. ProgramInstructions you give to a computer. We are pretending to be computers! 🤖Our block-building instructions are like a program for our friend. OrderThe correct place for each step. First, second, third... 🥇🥈🥉You put on socks *before* you put on shoes. That is the correct order.

The First, Then, Next Rule Instructions must be followed one at a time, in order. Always start with step 1. Don't skip ahead! This makes sure your final creation is correct. The Be Specific Rule Instructions must be clear and simple. Use colors, sizes, and actions. When you give instructions, say 'Get the small yellow block,' not just 'Get a block'. The Check Your Work Rule After each step, look at your creation. Does it match the instruction? This helps you find mistakes early. It's like being a detective for your code! 🕵️