Mind Missions are problem-based challenges that encourage student creativity, critical thinking, communication, and collaboration. First, students learn essential knowledge about civics, geography, economics, and history through leveled social studies stories. Next, student teams engage in related problem-solving challenges. Finally, they reflect on their learning using writing prompts. In the process, students engage in deep social studies learning and develop critical skills for the 21st century. Each teacher-friendly lesson follows the same 7-Step Format.