Lesson Plan
Puzzle Quest Lesson Plan
Students will learn and practice key problem-solving strategies—understand the problem, plan, carry out, and review—by completing puzzles and real-world challenges, recording their reasoning, and sharing solutions.
Building structured problem-solving skills boosts critical thinking and confidence, improving performance across subjects and preparing students for real-life challenges.
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Prep
Prepare Materials
5 minutes
Step 1
Introduction & Strategy Overview
5 minutes
Step 2
Group Puzzle Activity
10 minutes
Step 3
Real-World Challenge
8 minutes
Step 4
Share, Reflect & Assess
7 minutes

Slide Deck
Puzzle Quest: Problem-Solving Adventure
Lesson Objectives
Problem-Solving Strategies
Group Puzzle Activity (10 min)
Real-World Challenge (8 min)
Share, Reflect & Assess (7 min)
Materials & Next Steps

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