Solving Sudoku Puzzles

AdultMath30 min

Learning Objective

I can explain how to solve Sudoku puzzles.

Lesson Flow

Watch Video

3 min

How to Solve a Sudoku Game

Howcast

Guided Notes

6 min

Key concepts students will learn:

  • Each row, column, and box in Sudoku must contain the numbers 1 through 9.

  • In Sudoku, no row, column, or box may repeat a number.

  • Use cross hatching to figure out where a number fits by eliminating possibilities.

  • If a square already has a number in the same box, column, or row, you can eliminate that number as a possibility for the empty square.

Practice

10 min

4 questions • Multiple choice & Short answer

Exit Ticket

5 min

In your own words, explain how to solve a Sudoku puzzle.

Teacher Guide

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  • Answer keys for all questions
  • Differentiation strategies
  • Extension activities
  • Printable student handouts