Study Guide – Puzzles & Riddles – Grades K to 2

Puzzles and Riddles Event Study Guide – Grades K to 2

Overview & Format:

Rounds: There are two rounds:

• “What Am I?” Riddles: You listen to or read clues about an object, animal, or thing and guess what it is.
• Number Riddles: You solve puzzles about numbers by following clues about digits, shapes, and other simple math.

Sample Questions:

1. Word Riddle Example (“What Am I?”):
   I have a face and two hands, but I never wave. I help you know what time it is. What am I?

          (Answer: A clock)

1. Number Riddle Example:
   I am an even number and the smallest even number. What number am I?”

          (Answer: 2)

Preparation Tips:

• Read and Listen Carefully: Listen to each clue or read it slowly.
• Think About the Clues: Focus on descriptive words that tell you what something does or how it looks.
• Practice: Try solving puzzles at home or with friends. Write down your answers and explain why you think they are right.
• Have Fun: Remember, puzzles are meant to be fun challenges that help you think creatively!