Puzzle Hunt Writing
About This Activity
Programs
Over the course of 12 meetings, we will develop problem-solving skills in a fun and relaxed way by introducing the idea of a puzzle/puzzle hunt and delve into common techniques used. We will cover basic cryptography, wordplay, as well as general puzzle-solving strategies. Throughout the course, we will work together to solve a variety of different puzzles and aim to have students create their own challenge by the end.
Schedule:
Meeting 1: Introduction to Puzzles
What is a puzzle? A short walkthrough of some simple puzzle ideas
Meeting 2: Use of simple puzzle techniques
Meeting 3: Cryptography
Introduction to ciphers and their applicability in both puzzles and computer science (cybersecurity)
Meeting 4: Cryptography cont.
Meeting 5: Cryptography cont.
Meeting 6: Intro to Word Puzzles
Logical thinking, the power of searching, and the connecting of concepts together
Meeting 7: Crosswords
Meeting 8: More Word Puzzles
Meeting 9: Games as an Entryway
Meeting 10: Writing Your Own & Puzzle Hunt Breakdown
Meeting 11: Patterns & Pictures
Meeting 12: Solving Your Puzzles or Puzzle Hunt Walkthrough
Demonstration of your own puzzles and joint solving
About the Provider
Education Connects
12404813382About Us
EduConnects is a Chinese language and culture enlightenment institution. We provide Chinese Immersion philosophy and aim to immerse students in the Mandarin language through Science, Technology, Engineering, authentic Chinese arts and Mathematics (STEAM) courses, and an online learning program for those who are enthusiastic about learning Mandarin Chinese.
Mission & Philosophy
We are dedicated to teaching our future generation a new culture and language with a touch of modern innovation through a project-based, design-thinking methodology.
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