Webinars SET A - Grade 1-2 - Sunday@5:45-6:45pm EST-Recording Webinar 5

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The "Maths Can Groove" webinar focused on exploring math puzzles that combine computation, riddles, and logic reasoning, emphasizing their unique and engaging nature. The instructors introduced a four-step problem-solving method to tackle challenging questions: (1) Understand the question thoroughly by reading carefully and noting details; (2) Devise a plan using learned strategies such as patterns or working backward; (3) Execute the plan while writing down each step to avoid errors and ease review; and (4) Check the answer carefully within effective time management.<br /><br />The session reviewed previous lessons on calendar and time problems, highlighting the importance of practice. The new focus was on puzzle questions primarily tied to geometry and logical reasoning, which often require careful observation, counting, identifying missing pieces, and recognizing patterns. Examples included counting missing shapes, matching puzzle pieces by shape and color, and completing tile patterns. Students were encouraged to use pencil and paper for sketching as mental calculations alone might lead to mistakes.<br /><br />Throughout the webinar, multiple practice questions were discussed, emphasizing attention to detail, step-by-step problem analysis, and elimination of incorrect options. More complex puzzles involving spatial reasoning and pattern completion were tackled, emphasizing critical thinking and using clues given in the problems.<br /><br />The instructors encouraged excitement for puzzle questions as they are fun and foster special thinking skills. The webinar concluded with encouragement to continue practicing and an invitation to register for upcoming SATB prep webinars aligned with competition schedules. Overall, the session aimed to build students’ confidence and problem-solving skills in math puzzles through structured thinking and careful analysis.

Keywords

math puzzles

problem-solving method

logic reasoning

geometry puzzles

pattern recognition

spatial reasoning

critical thinking

SATB prep

time management

step-by-step analysis