Materials
Paper, pencil, two small objects to carry
Story connection
Barry and the Yellow Beetle Detour
Story-connected activity
Design a caring detour
Ages 5–8 · Problem-solving and perspective
Try it together
Participation can be spoken, drawn, pointed, moved, dictated, listened to, or observed.
Steps
- Draw a start and finish
- Create a fast route and a careful route
- Decide which path protects the passengers or cargo best, then explain why
Low-preparation version
Talk through two ways to carry a snack or toy across a room safely.
Care note
The goal is not one “correct” route; it is noticing who and what the route must serve.