STAR Problem Solving Strategy SEL ESCAPE ROOM Social Conflict Resolution Lesson
Looking for a fun and engaging way to help students develop their conflict resolution and problem-solving skills? Our escape room puzzles use teamwork and critical thinking to teach the S.T.A.R. problem-solving method - Stop, Think, Act, and Review. With this unique approach, your students will become STAR problem-solvers in no time!
Step right up, folks! Welcome to the glitz and glamour of Hollywood, where the stars shine bright and the STAR Problem Solvers bask in the limelight of victory. Here's the scoop: our students are getting ready for their big moment on the red carpet at the Oscars, but uh-oh! Something's gone awry with their film!
They're faced with a challenge to save the day by cracking the codes in the Pre-Production room, Production room, Set, and Post-Production room. But fear not! With their critical thinking skills, they'll solve each puzzle and learn the crucial steps to solving problems along the way. And when they emerge victorious, they'll earn their very own Hollywood Star of Fame!
It's a lesson in teamwork and cooperation that'll have everyone feeling like a star. So, are you ready for your close-up?
This Escape Room Lesson does require some prep work:
Before you start this lesson, there are a few things you'll need to do.
- Print Materials: Print out the directions and puzzles for each group.
- Follow Prep Guide: Use the provided prep guide to set up each puzzle correctly.
- Organize Materials: Place the prepared materials in envelopes or clasp folders for each group.
Once the prep work and assembly is done , use this escape room lesson year after year!
What is included in this Creative Counseling Resource: Color and B/W Versions
- Lesson Plan with ASCA Mindsets & Behaviors - 3 pages
- Lesson Prep with Directions - 2 pages
- Student Introduction - 1 page
- Director’s Decoder - 1 page
- Puzzle One - 2 pages
- Puzzle Two - 2 pages
- Puzzle Three - 2 pages
- Puzzle Four – 2 pages
- Final Puzzle - 1 page
- Puzzle Pieces - 1 page
- Hollywood Walk of Fame Stars & Problem-Solving Method - 2 pages
- Folder Cover (if needed) - 1 page
- Envelope Labels (if needed) – 1 page
- Puzzle Solutions - 9 pages
- PowerPoint Slideshow - 14 slides
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