Looking for lesson plan activities to foster collaboration in multiple classroom types? Thanksgiving word maze puzzle gives an extra challenge because the letters in the word clues are scrambled. Available in both Google Slides™ and printable (PDF) versions.
Use word maze puzzle to:
-activate problem solving strategies
-engage critical thinking skills
-support fine motor skills and visual acuity
-support improved working memory skills
Puzzle suitable for:
-distance, blended, independent and differentiated classrooms
-in-person classrooms
-homeschooling environments
-as a tutoring resource
-Substitute Teacher's Toolkit
To complete the printable version of the puzzle:
-download and print
-rearrange the letters in the word bank to reveal the correct spelling of each word
-remember to include capital letters for proper nouns
-review the list of unscrambled words
-locate the start bubble
-trace the letter paths for each word
-letter paths travel up/down, right and left AND do not cross
To complete the Google Slides™ version of the puzzle:
-click on the link to copy the file to the computer
-rearrange the letters in the word bank to reveal the correct spelling of each word
-remember to include capital letters for proper nouns
-review the list of unscrambled words
-locate the start bubble
-use the line tool (or the shapes tool with color set to transparent) to trace the letter paths for each word
-letter paths travel up/down, right and left AND do not cross
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