Instructions – Making A Board Game

Download this 13-slide PowerPoint to help children understand how to write instructions and how to make their own board game. This PowerPoint explains what materials are needed, gives a 100 square for the children to use and gives ideas and resources for board games using the topics of Theme Parks and Sport. Also included are ideas for making ‘Move On’ and ‘Move Back’ cards and suggestions for writing instructions for players to either move back spaces, or move on spaces with their counters. This PowerPoint concludes with examples of imperative verbs and time words that children can use when they write their instructions for playing the game. It gives prompts for children to consider as they discuss their ideas. A fabulous resource that will inspire children to write instructions for themselves!