Make the Holidays Fun and Academic with Boom Escape Rooms
The days leading up to winter break are filled with excitement, restlessness, and a hint of chaos. That's exactly why Boom's Holiday Escape Room decks are a win for both students and teachers. These fun activities bring the excitement of escape rooms into the classroom without the in-depth planning or prep. Even better? They help students stay engaged when focus can be hard to find.
What Are Holiday Escape Room Decks?
Holiday Escape Room decks are puzzle-style digital activities designed around seasonal themes. Students move through self-paced challenges that require them to think critically, solve problems, and apply what they've learned. They're perfect for reinforcing math facts, vocabulary, reading comprehension, or even logic skills.
Each "room" or level unlocks after completing a task. Students stay motivated by the goal of escaping while still engaging with academic content. The game-like format pulls them in, and the self-checking feature provides instant feedback—so you don't have to.
Use Them in Centers, Morning Work, or as a Time-Filler
One of the best parts of these Escape Room decks is their flexibility. You can set them up as a fun holiday center rotation without needing extra supplies. Students can work independently or in pairs, depending on your classroom setup.
In the morning, these decks are a great way to ease into the day. Instead of jumping straight into core content, students can warm up their brains while practicing essential skills. And during those random pockets of time, like after an assembly, a shortened period, or when a lesson ends early, they're an ideal time-filler that doesn't waste learning time.
Holiday-Themed Engagement That Still Supports Learning
Escape Room decks reinforce fundamental learning objectives. Many holiday decks focus on math fluency, reading comprehension, or vocabulary practice. Others challenge students with logic puzzles, riddles, or sequencing.
Let's say your second graders are working on place value. A holiday-themed escape deck might hide clues in snowflakes, each representing a number in expanded form. To unlock the next level, students solve for the standard number. It's a fun twist that keeps them focused even when they're dreaming of snow days and hot cocoa. You can find escape rooms here, in our Boom Library.
Differentiate Without Extra Work
Teachers can assign different escape room decks to other groups based on skill level or interest. One group might work through a reading comprehension deck based on a gingerbread mystery. At the same time, another solves multiplication puzzles to unlock Santa's sleigh. Because Boom Decks are self-paced and self-checking, you don't have to hover over each group. That's a gift in itself during the busiest time of year.
Track Progress Without Grading Papers
Another perk? You get built-in data. Boom Learning tracks how students perform on each deck, providing insight into which skills require more attention. This allows you to follow up with small-group instruction or extra practice without needing to grade a single worksheet.
Ready to Add Holiday Fun to Your Routine?
Whether you're filling time before winter break or need a high-interest activity for your literacy centers, our Holiday Escape Room decks offer the perfect mix of fun and functionality. They're easy to assign, engaging to play, and packed with meaningful learning opportunities.
You don't need to print, prep, or clean up. Just log in, assign, and watch your students light up with excitement as they solve their way through holiday-themed challenges.
Make your December easier and more fun! Here are some of our favorite Holiday Escape Room decks!
