Build Your First Coding Path
An Introduction to Programming Logic Year 1 Technology 30 Minutes of Fun Learning
Today's Challenge
We will learn to give step-by-step instructions Create paths for characters to follow Solve problems like real programmers Have fun while learning to think logically
The Golden Rule: PLAN FIRST
Draw your sequence on paper before touching any cards
What is Debugging?
Finding and fixing mistakes in our code The first computer 'bug' was a real moth! Grace Hopper found it stuck in a computer in 1947 Debugging makes us better problem solvers
Our Debugging Mantra
Debugging is not failing—it is how engineers find the right answer
The Obstacle Challenge
Goal: Move from START to END Avoid all blocks and books Plan your path first Test and debug if needed
Programming vs Real Life
{"left":"Following a recipe step by step\nGiving directions to a friend\nWriting instructions for a game","right":"Programming a computer to move\nBoth need clear, ordered steps\nBoth can have mistakes to fix"}
Think Like a Self-Driving Car
How do real cars handle obstacles? What happens when it rains? How do they see in shadows? What would you program a car to do?
Build Your Path Challenge
Choose your start and end points Draw your path on paper first Add 3 obstacles to avoid Test your path with a partner
What We Learned Today
Planning makes programming easier Debugging helps us find better solutions Step-by-step thinking solves big problems Programming is everywhere in our world