Make direct and inverse variation FUN with this self-checking coded message mystery puzzle! Students will analyze, write, and solve equations using direct and inverse variation to crack the code and solve the mystery!

Your students will practice using direct and inverse variation as they complete this engaging activity. Students will love solving the mystery and won’t even realize how much they are learning!

This activity works well as either an independent activity or in small groups! Take a break from your curriculum worksheets or textbook to get your students engaged in their learning!

Here’s what you’ll get:

• An activity with 20 questions
• A backstory that you can print or display to give your students context for the mystery
• Answer key

This activity is perfect to use…

• As an alternative to the textbook assignment
• As part of Math Workshop
• In small group tutoring
• As an extra-credit opportunity

So easy to use… You’ll be ready for an engaging and fun class in no time! And the self-checking design makes grading a breeze!

You will love hearing your students engaged, working together, helping each other as they work through this mystery.

 Here are some other ACTIVITIES you may enjoy…

Solving 2-Step Equations Mystery Activity

Adding and Subtracting Fractions 5-Puzzle Mystery

Order of Operations Mystery Activity

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