Math Puzzle Workshop
Uses puzzles to build critical thinking and reasoning skills.
Description : Students engage with a variety of math puzzles that promote creative approaches to problem solving and analytical thinking.
Category : Math
Age : 8+
Difficulty Level : Normal
Curriculum :
Module 1: Number Puzzles
Section 1: Counting Curiosities
- Lesson 1: Recognizing Simple Number Patterns
- Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 1: Recognizing Simple Number Patterns
- Lesson 2: Counting and Sequence Order
- Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 2: Counting and Sequence Order
Section 2: Number Word Fun
- Lesson 1: Matching Numbers with Words
- Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 1: Matching Numbers with Words
- Lesson 2: Playing with Number Rhymes
- Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 2: Playing with Number Rhymes
Section 3: Missing Number Mysteries
- Lesson 1: Finding the Missing Number
- Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 1: Finding the Missing Number
- Lesson 2: Completing Simple Sequences
- Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 2: Completing Simple Sequences
Section 4: Simple Addition Puzzles
- Lesson 1: Puzzle Addition Using Visual Clues
- Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 1: Puzzle Addition Using Visual Clues
- Lesson 2: Solving Addition Riddles
- Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 2: Solving Addition Riddles
Section 5: Puzzle Strategy Basics
- Lesson 1: Approaching a Puzzle Step-by-Step
- Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 1: Approaching a Puzzle Step-by-Step
- Lesson 2: Discussing Puzzle Solutions
- Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 2: Discussing Puzzle Solutions
Module 2: Logic and Reasoning
Section 1: Introduction to Logical Thinking
- Lesson 1: What is a Puzzle?
- Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 1: What is a Puzzle?
- Lesson 2: Key Elements of a Puzzle
- Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 2: Key Elements of a Puzzle
Section 2: Ordering and Comparisons
- Lesson 1: Arranging Objects by Size or Number
- Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 1: Arranging Objects by Size or Number
- Lesson 2: Comparing Quantities in Fun Puzzles
- Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 2: Comparing Quantities in Fun Puzzles
Section 3: Simple Deduction Games
- Lesson 1: Using Clues to Deduce Answers
- Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 1: Using Clues to Deduce Answers
- Lesson 2: Matching Clues to Solve Mysteries
- Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 2: Matching Clues to Solve Mysteries
Section 4: Logic Puzzles with Shapes
- Lesson 1: Identifying Patterns in Shapes
- Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 1: Identifying Patterns in Shapes
- Lesson 2: Solving Shape Arrangement Puzzles
- Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 2: Solving Shape Arrangement Puzzles
Section 5: Critical Thinking in Puzzles
- Lesson 1: Breaking Down Puzzle Problems
- Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 1: Breaking Down Puzzle Problems
- Lesson 2: Simple Strategies for Puzzle Success
- Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 2: Simple Strategies for Puzzle Success
Module 3: Pattern Recognition
Section 1: Visual Patterns
- Lesson 1: Recognizing Repeating Shapes and Colors
- Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 1: Recognizing Repeating Shapes and Colors
- Lesson 2: Extending Visual Sequences
- Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 2: Extending Visual Sequences
Section 2: Number Patterns Revisited
- Lesson 1: Recognizing Increasing and Decreasing Sequences
- Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 1: Recognizing Increasing and Decreasing Sequences
- Lesson 2: Finding the Odd One Out in Sequences
- Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 2: Finding the Odd One Out in Sequences
Section 3: Shape and Size Patterns
- Lesson 1: Sorting Objects by Different Features
- Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 1: Sorting Objects by Different Features
- Lesson 2: Creating Your Own Pattern
- Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 2: Creating Your Own Pattern
Section 4: Number and Symbol Patterns
- Lesson 1: Understanding and Continuing Symbol Sequences
- Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 1: Understanding and Continuing Symbol Sequences
- Lesson 2: Decoding Mixed Patterns
- Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 2: Decoding Mixed Patterns
Section 5: Developing Pattern Strategies
- Lesson 1: Tips for Observing Detail in Patterns
- Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 1: Tips for Observing Detail in Patterns
- Lesson 2: Practice: Creating and Solving Patterns
- Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 2: Practice: Creating and Solving Patterns
Module 4: Geometry Fun
Section 1: Basic Shapes and Definitions
- Lesson 1: Identifying Common Shapes
- Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 1: Identifying Common Shapes
- Lesson 2: Matching Shapes to Everyday Objects
- Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 2: Matching Shapes to Everyday Objects
Section 2: Shape Puzzles
- Lesson 1: Finding Hidden Shapes in Pictures
- Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 1: Finding Hidden Shapes in Pictures
- Lesson 2: Simple Jigsaw Shape Puzzles
- Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 2: Simple Jigsaw Shape Puzzles
Section 3: Spatial Reasoning
- Lesson 1: Visualizing Rotations and Reflections
- Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 1: Visualizing Rotations and Reflections
- Lesson 2: Puzzle Activities with Mirror Images
- Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 2: Puzzle Activities with Mirror Images
Section 4: Geometry in the Real World
- Lesson 1: Recognizing Shapes in Nature and Buildings
- Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 1: Recognizing Shapes in Nature and Buildings
- Lesson 2: Mapping Simple Floor Plans
- Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 2: Mapping Simple Floor Plans
Section 5: Puzzle Games with Geometry
- Lesson 1: Combining Shapes to Form New Figures
- Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 1: Combining Shapes to Form New Figures
- Lesson 2: Logical Reasoning with Geometric Patterns
- Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 2: Logical Reasoning with Geometric Patterns
Module 5: Creative Problem Solving
Section 1: Puzzle Brainstorming
- Lesson 1: Introducing Open-Ended Puzzles
- Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 1: Introducing Open-Ended Puzzles
- Lesson 2: Encouraging Multiple Solution Paths
- Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 2: Encouraging Multiple Solution Paths
Section 2: Story-Based Puzzles
- Lesson 1: Solving Mysteries Through Stories
- Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 1: Solving Mysteries Through Stories
- Lesson 2: Creating Your Own Puzzle Story
- Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 2: Creating Your Own Puzzle Story
Section 3: Interactive Puzzle Challenges
- Lesson 1: Group Puzzle Solving Sessions
- Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 1: Group Puzzle Solving Sessions
- Lesson 2: Sharing Puzzle Strategies with Peers
- Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 2: Sharing Puzzle Strategies with Peers
Section 4: Puzzle Art and Creativity
- Lesson 1: Combining Art with Math Puzzles
- Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 1: Combining Art with Math Puzzles
- Lesson 2: Designing Visual Puzzles
- Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 2: Designing Visual Puzzles
Section 5: Review and Puzzle Celebration
- Lesson 1: Recapping Puzzle Techniques and Strategies
- Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 1: Recapping Puzzle Techniques and Strategies
- Lesson 2: Puzzle Showcase and Celebration
- Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 2: Puzzle Showcase and Celebration