Find The Path

Skill focus: Simple path and maze reasoning that builds on NCERT Joyful Mathematics Class 1 problem-solving corners.

• Choose the path that actually reaches the goal.
• Spot paths that lead to a dead end or cross a wall.
• Compare a shorter, direct path with a longer, roundabout one.

1. A correct path reaches the goal

Level 1 (Verbal): A path that goes straight to the ball is correct; a path that goes away from the ball is not.

Level 2 (Symbolic): Path → Goal reached? Yes = correct, No = incorrect.

Visual: Trace a path with your finger from start to goal without lifting it off a wall.

2. Dead ends do not work

A path that ends at a wall with no way out is a dead end — it cannot be the answer.

3. Shorter is often better

If two paths both reach the goal, the one with fewer turns and less distance usually gets there faster.

Which path should the mouse take?

Step 1 — Path 1 leads straight to the cheese.
Step 2 — Path 2 leads to a wall with no way through.
Step 3 — Only Path 1 actually reaches the cheese.
Answer: Path 1.

• A rabbit's short path has no stones; the long path is full of stones. Which is better?
• In a maze, one path crosses a wall and one does not. Which is correct?
• Two paths reach the treasure — one is shorter with fewer turns. Which is faster?
• Stretch: Draw a tiny 3-step path from your desk to the classroom door, avoiding one "wall."

Revision tip: Trace every path fully to its end before choosing.

Open the Practice tab for graded questions on Find The Path.