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Lesson 4 — Find the Shortest Path
⏱ 15–20 minutes 💻 Web game (play right away, no prep needed)
💡 Optimization — just reaching the goal isn't enough, you must find the "shortest" way too. This is the heart of a good algorithm. 🎂 Grades 1–3 (ages 6–9)
👨👩👧 Notes for parents
Age: Grades 1–3 (ages 6–9) Duration: 15–20 minutes Format: Web game (play right away, no prep needed) Concept: Optimization — just reaching the goal isn't enough, you must find the "shortest" way too. This is the heart of a good algorithm.
Learning Objective
Kids find the shortest path to the goal, not just any path that works — understanding that a good algorithm must also be efficient.
Do It Together (Parent-Child Co-participation)
While driving or walking somewhere together, talk about which route is shorter and why.