To prepare this resource, educators will need to print two copies of the Spring game board and accompanying pieces. Each object should be cut out and laminated for durability and repeated classroom use.

 

Students work in pairs. Each partner receives one board and a matching set of pieces. A physical barrier (e.g., binder, folder, or divider) is placed between students so they cannot see each other’s layout, you could also have them sit back to back. One student arranges their pieces on the board. The second student listens carefully as their partner gives clear oral directions describing where to place each object.

 

Students must rely entirely on spoken language. Examples of prompts include:

• “Place the fish jumping out of the water.”

• “Put the moose in front of the tent.”

• “Move the geese above the trees.”

• “Place the canoe beside the shore.”​

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Once all pieces have been placed, students remove the barrier and compare their boards.