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Algorithms KS 1 & KS 2

By Yasemin Allsop

Algorithms

An algorithm is a set of precise instructions to solve a problem or

achieve a goal.

Algorithms

Always start with hands-on activities •  Children to create a dance routine for

their friends •  Galactic Wars algorithm using tissue

paper •  Making toast - role play •  Cleaning teeth – role play

http://www.incredibox.com

KS 1 Creating a storyboard of instructions to make toast

KS 1

Creating a word algorithm for cleaning teeth

http://prezi.com/mflcjjrltuo0/algorithm-to-brushing-your-teeth/

KS 1

Using Bee-bot Retelling the main events of a story Solving simple maths problems Moving around a maze Identifying shapes

KS 1 & KS 2 Coming up with steps to complete a maze

online or on-paper.

http://www.primarygames.com/holidays/back_to_school/games/mazes/

KS 1 & KS 2 The students work in pairs. One student blindfold the other student or close the eyes. The blindfolded student completes the maze by following the verbal instructions given by his/her partner. They switch roles. You could even create a giant maze in the classroom using paper for children to walk around.

KS 1 & KS 2 Sequences of instructions for controlling the

on-screen robot

http://www.iboard.co.uk/iwb/Controlling-Round-a-Route-693

KS 1 & KS 2 Sequences of instructions for controlling the

on-screen robot to draw simple shapes

http://www.iboard.co.uk/iwb/Drawing-with-a-Control-Toy-697

KS 1 & KS 2 Sequences of instructions for controlling an

on-screen robot to draw simple shapes

http://www.iboard.co.uk/iwb/Drawing-with-a-Control-Toy-697

KS 1 & KS 2 Supporting learners

http://www.iboard.co.uk/iwb/Drawing-with-a-Control-Toy-697

KS 1 & KS 2 Extending Learners

http://www.iboard.co.uk/iwb/Drawing-with-a-Control-Toy-697

KS 1 & KS 2 Partner work

http://www.iboard.co.uk/iwb/Cheese-Sniffer-657

KS 2 Flow charts

•  Flow charts show sequences of events •  They are made of shapes such as rectangles and diamonds. •  All the flow charts begin with a START symbol and finish with the END

symbol

•  Actions/process/instructions represented using rectangles and

decisions represented through diamonds. Diamonds are used for asking questions.

http://raychambers.wordpress.com/touch-develop-ks2

Start

End

KS 2 http://raychambers.wordpress.com/touch-develop-ks2/

This activity was planned by Ray Chambers. Please see the link to

his website below for more fabulous resources.

Using the Waking up worksheet, you need to put things into the

correct order.

Think of the order you would complete these in, is it logical?

Extension: - Build your own

flowchart based on an activity you complete daily. Include at least one

decision.

KS 2 Creating an animation of a simple dance routine using Scratch

KS 2 Creating an animation of a simple dance routine using Scratch

KS 2 Look at this swimming animation and think about steps for creating it.

KS 2

Thank you! y.allsop@mmu.ac.uk

@yallsop