A Progressive Puzzle is a set of four puzzles that students must solve in sequence. Each solution reveals information students need to move on to the next challenge. As they work their way through the set, students use a variety of critical reading, problem-solving, and thinking skills—and learn that careful reading matters!
Explore the different collections below. Each set includes links to puzzle tutorials and hints as needed, and many include bonus materials to extend learning.
MINI-MYSTERY PROGRESSIVE PUZZLES
| The Mini-Mystery Puzzle Sets are “crack-the-case” activities inspired by real-life, kid-appropriate cases. BONUS MATERIAL a student handout with the TRUE STORY and a TEACHER PAGE with questions exploring the decisions, consequences, resources, and legal issues surrounding the case. CLICK ON A PUZZLE TO PREVIEW. |
EDUTAINMENT PROGRESSIVE PUZZLES
The Edutainment Progressive Puzzles combine puzzle-solving with learning something new. Use to complement topics of study, or anytime. They educate and entertain at the same time!.
MATH and LOGIC PROGRESSIVE PUZZLES
The Math & Logic Progressive Puzzles present challenges that require students to use mathematical thinking and logical reasoning in new ways. Students recognize patterns, analyze clues, make deductions, work with numbers, and try different strategies as they work from one puzzle to the next.
HOLIDAY / SEASONAL PROGRESSIVE PUZZLES
The Holiday & Seasonal Progressive Puzzles give students a festive and fun challenge while still putting critical reading, problem-solving, and reasoning skills to work. Each set has a unique element of surprise!
