1Prepare
4 minState the learning goal, model one example, and decide whether learners will play alone, with a partner, or as a station. Say a simple first plan before moving. Decide what evidence would show that the plan needs to change.
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Printable learning mission
Turn one round of WHACK-A-VEGGIE into a timed plan with a learning goal, observable evidence, support, reflection, and an offline follow-up.
Classroom mission | 30 minutes
WHACK-A-VEGGIE
Sharpens reaction time and reflexes
Logic & Problem SolvingKindergarten to Grade 1 starting point
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Four-part session flow
2Play and notice
12 minUse one focused round as a model or station. Watch for the strategy and explanation, not only the score. When a move fails, find the first step where the result differed from the plan and revise from there.
3Explain
6 minChoose one: What was your first plan, and where did you revise it? Or: Which clue helped you choose between two possible moves?
4Make it offline
8 minUse Pattern Copy Challenge to show the same skill away from the screen with drawing, labels, examples, or written reasoning.
Evidence to notice
CCSS MP1 Possible practice connection
Ask for the learner's first plan, the point where evidence changed that plan, and one revision they would try next. A score alone is not evidence.
CCSS K.G.B.4 Possible practice connection
Show two shapes in different sizes or orientations. Ask the learner to name one shared attribute and one difference that is not based only on color.
Adapt the challenge
Support
Plan only the next two moves, test them, and add more steps after the route or rule is clear.
Extend
Find a second successful strategy and compare its number of moves, risks, or decision points.
Learner reflection
I tried a strategy. I noticed a pattern. I changed my plan. I explained my thinking.
Adult or teacher note
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