“Smart Match” builds critical thinking and problem-solving skills in students aged 6 to 10. Following a theory lesson, pupils receive a worksheet to pair mixed-up vocabulary terms and their definitions correctly. To enhance critical evaluation, teachers can include one extra term without a matching description, forcing students to eliminate options. By comparing descriptions, making reasoned decisions, and explaining their choices to peers, students strengthen their analytical and logical skills.
Skill focus
Primary Skill Focus
- Critical thinking
Complementary/Secondary Skill Focus
- Problem-solving
| Age group | Student number | Duration |
| 6 -10 years old | Individual and whole class working in pairs or small groups | 15-20 minutes |
Proposed step by step implementation of the learning activity
How does it work:
The goal is for students to find the correct combination.