Sudoku App for Beginners

Grade Level(s): 1^st Grade

Content Area:                                                                        Process Area:

Numbers and Operations                                           Problem-Solving

Algebra                                                           Reasoning and Proof

Geometry                                                                    Communication

Measurement                                                             Representation

Data Analysis, Statistics, and Probability                    Connections

Common Core Standards:

CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.1.OA.A.2: Solve word problems that call for addition of three whole numbers whose sum is less than or equal to 20, e.g., by using objects, drawings, and equations with a symbol for the unknown number to represent the problem.

Targeted Needs of Student:

Eliminating answers, counting to 4, observing patterns, understanding different ways of thinking, decision-making.

Goal:

Providing students with problems that require critical thinking skills and process of elimination.

Materials Needed:

1. IPad

Explanation/Summary:

Students will use this app on the iPad to play during math centers or during individual work/early finish work. Students use critical thinking skills and methods of elimination to determine what number goes where on the Sudoku puzzle. Free app on iTunes.

Resource:

www.surfinthroughsecond.com