My easy to understand, storytelling model of teaching provides a detailed, step-by-step breakdown of how to solve the Rubik's Cube.
The class will be conducted online and kids will enjoy the thrill of solving the cube...they will be amazed at how easy it is to solve the complicated-looking puzzle. Additionally, students will have the opportunity to interact with each other through the discussion board posting pictures and videos of their success.
In this course, students will be introduced to the 3x3 Rubik's Cube and they will learn the basics for completing each layer in a series of engaging and interactive lessons. There are mental, physical, and emotional benefits to learning to solve the Rubik's cube for children and we will explore those benefits together. Instead of using confusing algorithms, I engage my cubing students by teaching each layer using fun and interactive stories that will help them to remember when they go to solve independently.
First, students will have the opportunity to explore their cube and get a feel for how it moves and the differences in each piece/side, as well as the basic foundational Rubik's Cube vocabulary. Next, students will watch as I demonstrate the step and follow along as I explain the directions in story form. We will then try that step together. Finally, students will have the opportunity to try it on their own. We will continue that "I do, We do, You do" teaching method for each step until the students are confident and ready to put it all together and complete their cube!
The Rubik's Cube is the perfect solution for kids who love to fidget, enjoy being challenged, or need to improve their executive functioning. By the end of this course, learners will have gained the confidence and satisfaction of being able to independently solve the Rubik's Cube which will increase their confidence, promote problem-solving, improve their focusing abilities and strengthen their listening skills, specifically with multi-step directions! Step 1: Introduction to the 3x3 Rubik's Cube Step 2: Building the Foundation for Layer 1 (the white plus sign +) Step 3: Completing Layer 1 (the white top with matching Ts) Step 4: Solving to Complete Layer 2 (halfway done!) Step 5: Building the Foundation for Layer 3 (the yellow plus sign +) Step 6: Solving for the Yellow Corners Step 7: Flip & Finish Layer 3 - Cube Complete!!
Remember, learning to solve the Rubik's Cube doesn't happen overnight. It takes dedication, determination, perseverance, and lots of practice!