Study Guide – Puzzles & Riddles – Grades 3 to 5

Puzzles and Riddles Event Study Guide – Grades 3 to 5

Overview & Format:

• Rounds: There are two rounds:
  • “What Am I?” Riddles: These are word puzzles where you use clues about an object’s characteristics (parts, functions, or behavior) to guess what it is.
  • Number Riddles: These involve clues about digits, order, or operations that lead you to determine a specific number.
• Preparation: Practice solving different types of riddles and read each clue carefully before answering.

Sample Questions:

1. Word Riddle Example (“What Am I?”):
   I have a head and a tail but no body. I can be flipped but never break. What am I?
   (Answer: A coin)     
2. Number Riddle Example:

          I am a three-digit number. 

          My hundreds digit is twice my ones digit

          My tens digit is 3

          I am greater than 300 but less than 500. 

          What am I?

          (Answer: 432, because 4 is twice 2, the tens digit is 3, and                   432 is between 300 and 500.)

Tips for Success:

• Read the clues slowly and think about each word. Sometimes, the answer is hidden in a pun or double meaning.
• For “What Am I?” riddles, focus on keywords that describe features (e.g., “I have keys but no locks”).
• For number riddles, break down each clue about the digits and work step by step.
• Work on puzzles with friends or family at home to build confidence.