Lure of the Labyrinth is a digital game for middle-school pre-algebra students. It includes a wealth of intriguing math-based puzzles wrapped into an exciting narrative game in which students work to find their lost pet - and save the world from monsters! Linked to both national and state mathematics standards, the game gives students a chance to actually think like mathematicians.

What's the difference between playing Lure of the Labyrinth as a game and playing its puzzles as standalone activities?

Playing Lure of the Labyrinth as a game is our preference because it uses all the power of game play to engage kids deeply in its math content. There are, however, also many good uses of puzzle play. You can learn more here.

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In Lure of the Labyrinth, students are experiencing mathematics in a different way than they usually do in your classroom. But they are building strong connections that can be the basis for going further when you bring that experience into your classroom. That's why we think that playing the game first and then connecting that experience to your curriculum is the most powerful way to use the game and the materials in this guide.

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All About the Game

Before Bringing Labyrinth Into Your Classroom

Resources for Planning

Introducing Labyrinth to Your Students

While Working with Labyrinth

Following Up

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