Give your students meaningful practice with positive and negative numbers using these fun and focused Adding and Subtracting Integers Math Mysteries. Designed for middle school students, this resource includes five engaging mystery activities that combine integer operations with critical thinking. Each worksheet contains 16 problems that guide students as they eliminate suspects to solve the case.

Perfect for sixth, seventh, and eighth grade, these math mysteries can also be used with struggling ninth graders who need extra support with integer operations. Each activity includes a short story to set the scene, followed by problems involving the addition and subtraction of integers in real-world contexts. Great for classwork, early finishers, review, or substitute plans any time of year.

Math Mysteries follow an escape-room-style format where students solve puzzles and clues instead of using locks. With both color and black-and-white options included, these print-and-go activities are easy to prep and highly motivating for students.

This integers math mystery pack includes:

5 math mysteries:

• Focused on adding and subtracting integers
• Real-world scenarios using positive and negative numbers
  

Also included:

• 5 color versions
• 5 black-and-white versions
• Answer keys
• Teacher instruction page
• Coloring page for early finishers

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