| aidemia--modules-lessonstartideas_type | Give a creative idea how to begin a lesson |
| Which subject | Mathematics |
| What age group | Year or Grade 7 |
| What topic | |
| Quantity | 1 |
| Any other preferences |
Begin your lesson with a captivating riddle that integrates mathematics concepts. Provide each student with a colorful card that has a unique math riddle printed on it. The riddle will not only get them thinking but will also pull them into the day's topic.
Riddle Card Example:
I am an odd number. Take away one letter, and I become even. What number am I?Read the Riddle: Hand out the riddle cards randomly among the students. Allow them a couple of minutes to read and ponder over the riddle on their card.
Think-Pair-Share: Ask students to think about the riddle individually for a minute. Then, have them pair up with a partner to discuss their thoughts and potential answers.
Class Discussion: Once the pairs have discussed, bring the class together and ask for volunteers to share their guesses and explain their reasoning. This encourages mathematical reasoning and critical thinking.
Once several students have shared their answers, reveal the solution to the riddle: Seven. Highlight how it relates to the lesson’s objectives for the day, such as operations with integers, the concept of odd/even numbers, or algebraic expressions.
Transition into the heart of the lesson by connecting real-world applications of these math concepts. For example:
“Today, we’ll explore how understanding numbers can help us solve problems in technology, science, and finance—just like our riddle about seven!”
Using a fun and engaging riddle as a warm-up not only piques interest but also fosters collaboration and critical thinking among students. It's a great way to make mathematics relatable and exciting right from the beginning!