Lesson 2 — The Secret Sandwich Recipe

Age: Grades 1–3 (ages 6–9) Duration: 20 minutes Format: Web game (play right away, no prep needed) Concept: Algorithm — precision matters: computers don't read minds

Learning Objective

Kids tell "precise commands" apart from "vague commands" — computers don't guess; commands must be clear enough to follow exactly.

Do It Together (Parent-Child Co-participation)

Play "robot parent": your child gives real commands and you follow them 100% literally — watch what vague commands lead to!