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Alan Ellis

Jam Sandwich Algorithm

Grades: 1st Grade, 2nd Grade
Subjects: Computational Thinking, Computer Science

Student Instructions

An algorithm is a list of rules to follow in order to solve a problem. Can you use move to create an algorithm for making a jam sandwich? Remember: Algorithms need to have their steps in the right order. When you write an algorithm the order of the instructions is very important.

Teacher Notes (not visible to students)

Algorithms need to have their steps in the right order. Think about an algorithm for getting dressed in the morning. What if you put on your coat before your jumper? Your jumper would be on top of your coat and that would be silly! When you write an algorithm the order of the instructions is very important.

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