Why use puzzles in the classroom? Puzzles complement ongoing programming while continuing to support visual acuity, fine motor skills development and problem solving strategies. This Black History Month crosspatch puzzle provides the additional challenge of scrambled letters in the word clues. This crossword-like puzzle includes letter hints to support differentiated classrooms. HINT: start with words that are one of a kind (e.g. 5-letter, 6-letter words)
To complete the free printable version:
-download the puzzle to print
-rearrange the letters to reveal the correct spelling
-record the correct spelling, as required
-use the letter hints to help solve the puzzle
-record the words in the correct spaces
To complete the free Google Slides™ version:
-use the link to copy the file to the computer
-rearrange the letters to reveal the correct spelling
-use the text box tool to record the correct spelling, as required
-use the letter hints to help solve the puzzle
-use the text box tool to record the words in the correct blank spaces
Classroom ideas for using puzzles:
- introduce Black History Month
- include puzzle in literacy center
- use the list of words as writing prompts (play writing, report writing, research ideas)
- organize the words in reverse alphabetical order