As a math teacher, you want your kids to master the even the tough and boring topics. Well, this activity will help you accomplish your mission and it will keep the kids engaged!

Directions are printed at the top of each page, and keys for all activities are included. The first answer is always provided for the students, so they have an example to follow.

At the end, read the secret message from top to bottom. To keep your students on task, there is an alternative, incorrect message for each activity, too. Like with any math activity, it is up to you, the teacher, to decide how much work your students are required to show.

Grading is quick and easy for you. Just read their message! All you have to do is copy the worksheets. The prep is all done for you,

Topics Include:

Comparing the value of the underlined digit

Comparing whole numbers

Renaming numbers

Multiplication Comparisons

Multiplying by 10s, 100s, 1,000s

Remainders

Dividing by 10s, 100s, 1,000s

Multiples

Adding and subtracting fractions with like denominators

Renaming fractions greater than one (improper) and mixed numbers

Writing fractions as decimals

Adding Fractions with Denominators of 10 and 100

Line symmetry

Comparing metric lengths

Elapsed time

Check out these links for the 5th Grade Secret Message Bundle or the 6th Grade Secret Message Bundle!