Description
Looking for an engaging and brain-teasing math activity to start the year? This "2026 Challenge" task is perfect for getting students to flex their critical thinking and problem-solving muscles! Using only the digits 2, 0, 2, and 6 (each exactly once), students will combine operations to create expressions that equal the numbers from 1 to 20.
Whether you're incorporating this into your math centers, a warm-up, or as part of a Building Thinking Classrooms approach, this task encourages creativity and perseverance. It's great for fostering collaboration in small groups or as an independent challenge for fast finishers.
Includes:
- Clear instructions and rules
- Recording sheet for student work
Perfect for grades 4-8 or any math-loving problem solver, this activity makes math feel like a puzzle to solve instead of just another worksheet. Let your students explore the possibilities—one equation at a time!
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Description
Looking for an engaging and brain-teasing math activity to start the year? This "2026 Challenge" task is perfect for getting students to flex their critical thinking and problem-solving muscles! Using only the digits 2, 0, 2, and 6 (each exactly once), students will combine operations to create expressions that equal the numbers from 1 to 20.
Whether you're incorporating this into your math centers, a warm-up, or as part of a Building Thinking Classrooms approach, this task encourages creativity and perseverance. It's great for fostering collaboration in small groups or as an independent challenge for fast finishers.
Includes:
- Clear instructions and rules
- Recording sheet for student work
Perfect for grades 4-8 or any math-loving problem solver, this activity makes math feel like a puzzle to solve instead of just another worksheet. Let your students explore the possibilities—one equation at a time!
