Through the maze

  • Prepare a simple maze and photocopy onto an acetate sheet or draw the maze on acetate (overhead projector film).
  • Fix the maze onto the computer screen with tape.
  • Open the program Microworlds (or any Logo based program).
  • Move the turtle to the start position and write instructions in the Command Centre to navigate the turtle through the maze. start with simple commands eg fd 70 rt 90. As estimating skills improve, challenge students to complete the maze with as few commands as possible.
  • Mazes can be made more complex, as skills develop.
  • Have students design their own challenges - navigate the Solar System, circumnavigate Australia etc.




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