Back to School Escape Room: Editable Crack the Code Game, First Week of School 5-8

Your class is locked out on the first day of school, and the only way back in is to crack the code. This no prep back to school escape room for grades 5-8 is editable in PowerPoint and Google Slides, and it makes a great first day of school escape room or first week team builder. Teams solve 4 editable challenges, each one reveals a digit, then they enter the code to unlock the classroom. Project it or print it.

Perfect For

• The first day and first week of school
• Team building and class community
• Brain breaks, early finishers, and sub plans

How the Game Works

1. The class is “locked out” for the year and needs a 4-digit code
2. Teams solve 4 quick challenges. Each one reveals one digit
3. Put the digits in order, enter the code, and unlock the classroom

Why Teachers Love This Game

• No curriculum needed, so it works on day one with any class
• Every clue, answer, and the code are editable, so you can match your grade or subject
• Works in PowerPoint or Google Slides, plus a printable escape log and answer key

Here is a quick look at the game: