Description
Use this Back to school game to teach teamwork in the first week of school!
Looking to create a back to school experience your new students will never forget? This Escape the School Escape Room game is sure to keep them interested and on task. Perfect for any subject area! Practice critical thinking, teamwork, logic, alphabetization and cardinal directions with this game designed with 6 clues for your students to solve. This resource is very low prep for teachers and includes step-by-step directions as well as an answer key and funny certificates for your students!
Why Use This Back to School Game Escape Room?
Digital or print – this escape room can be assigned using Google Slides and Google Forms to make it completely paperless. Or print out copies and laminate to use it over and over in the upcoming years. Included student answer sheet keeps track of their answers so they don’t have to write on the sheets if you are conserving paper.
Certificates for winners and losers! Remember, not everyone should win during an escape room challenge. Take pictures of your students posing with funny certificates – 20 different sayings to choose from!
Use escape rooms in your classroom without locks! These games can be played using only the answer sheet or using Google Forms included with this resource. Want to go paperless? Also included is this resource available as Google Slides. This can easily be downloaded as a PowerPoint and uploaded to any Learning Management System.
Why You Should Use a Back to School Escape Room Game in Your Classroom:
- They are Motivating! Escape rooms are highly engaging and provide an exciting break from routine classroom activities.
- Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving Skills: By participating in an escape room, students can develop and strengthen their problem-solving skills, logical reasoning, and creative thinking abilities. They won’t even know they are learning!
- Teamwork and Collaboration: By assigning students to small groups, teachers can foster effective communication, cooperation, and the ability to work collectively towards a shared objective.
- The Memories! Incorporating an escape room adds an element of excitement and fun to the classroom. Make sure to take picture of both the winners AND the losers!
- Bonding and Classroom Community: Working together towards a shared goal fosters positive relationships, trust, and a supportive learning environment.
- It’s back to school time! An escape room is a unique way to celebrate and acknowledge the new school year. It creates a festive atmosphere, allowing students to enjoy the anticipation of their new class while still engaging in meaningful learning experiences.
Does the teacher need a day off during the busy school year?
Of course you do! Use this activity as simple plans for your substitute. This no-prep resource is all you need when you need a day off at any time.
