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Fun Winter Packet Crack the Code Winter Break Challenge Math & Reading Comp
Fun Winter Packet Crack the Code Winter Break Challenge Math & Reading Comp
Fun Winter Packet Crack the Code Winter Break Challenge Math & Reading Comp
Fun Winter Packet Crack the Code Winter Break Challenge Math & Reading Comp
Fun Winter Packet Crack the Code Winter Break Challenge Math & Reading Comp
Fun Winter Packet Crack the Code Winter Break Challenge Math & Reading Comp
Fun Winter Packet Crack the Code Winter Break Challenge Math & Reading Comp
Fun Winter Packet Crack the Code Winter Break Challenge Math & Reading Comp
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What others say

"This was great to use right after Christmas break. The kids loved it. They were engaged and learning."
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Amanda E.
"This was a great resource to help my student continue to be engaged and learning closer to winter break. The students couldn't wait to try to escape! I loved the attention to detail and ease of use!"
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Ashley T.

Description

Unleash ultimate engagement with a Fun Winter Packet Crack the Code Perfect for a Winter Break Challenge for Math & Reading Comprehension 3rd 4th 5th grade.

This Winter Escape Room Activity, "The Blizzard Escape Quest." focuses on Science Reading Comprehension Passages & Winter Math Activities.

Grab the bundle this resource is included in and $ave: Fun Winter Challenge Differentiated Math ELA Activities 3rd 4th 5th Grade

It takes students on a secret mission around the classroom as they use their close reading skills with a winter reading comprehension passage and answer questions along the way. This winter reading activity focuses on 4 winter science topics titled, "Winter's Science: From Snowflakes to Melting Ice." Winter Math activities are also included in Challenge 5 with coded math problems, as students use their multiplication and subtraction practice to uncover surprising winter statistics. Perfect for students in 3rd grade, 4th grade and 5th.

Students must complete 5 challenges that has them deciphering a 5-digit code to release Frosty the Snowman from the icy clutches of a Blizzard. Throughout the activity, students will work collaboratively with a partner or group to solve 4 ELA related challenges and one math challenge with coded math problems, as each activity will unlock 1 digit to the 5-digit code.

Check out the preview to learn more!!

Questions? Please contact me at sgambatodebbi@gmail.com

Explore my other new winter product: Winter Opinion Writing Activities, 16 Prompts, Paper & Craft 3rd 4th 5th Grade

What's Included:

  • “Winter’s Science: From Snowflakes to Melting Ice” Reading Passage (4 science topics)

1. How are snowflakes formed?

2. What happens during a blizzard?

3. How do some animals adapt in the winter?

4. How does ice melt during the winter season

  • 5 Different Challenges (See Teacher Notes for Explanation of Each Challenge)
  • Teacher Instructions/Notes
  • Answer Key to all 5 Challenges
  • Student Sheet to Record Each Code Obtained from the 5 Challenges

Skills Used:

  • Reading Comprehension
  • Winter Science Knowledge
  • Close Reading Skills
  • Vocabulary Identification
  • Critical Thinking
  • Problem Solving
  • Peer Collaboration
  • Math Basic Multiplication Facts

How Can I Use this Resource?

  • To Incorporate Winter Science in an Engaging Way
  • To Improve Reading Comprehension
  • To Improve Close Reading Skills
  • Sharpen Math Facts
  • Whole Class Activity
  • Partner Work
  • Group/Team Collaboration
  • Sub Plans
  • As a Reward for Early Finishers

Benefits of this engaging print and go activity:

  • No Prep
  • Print and Go
  • Highly Engaging
  • Cross-Curricular Activity
  • No Envelopes to Prepare
  • No Locks Needed

Other Products you may like:

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Fun Winter Packet Crack the Code Winter Break Challenge Math & Reading Comp

Teaching With A Vision
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3rd - 5th
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20
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1 Week

What others say

"This was great to use right after Christmas break. The kids loved it. They were engaged and learning."
star
Amanda E.
"This was a great resource to help my student continue to be engaged and learning closer to winter break. The students couldn't wait to try to escape! I loved the attention to detail and ease of use!"
star
Ashley T.

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Description

Unleash ultimate engagement with a Fun Winter Packet Crack the Code Perfect for a Winter Break Challenge for Math & Reading Comprehension 3rd 4th 5th grade.

This Winter Escape Room Activity, "The Blizzard Escape Quest." focuses on Science Reading Comprehension Passages & Winter Math Activities.

Grab the bundle this resource is included in and $ave: Fun Winter Challenge Differentiated Math ELA Activities 3rd 4th 5th Grade

It takes students on a secret mission around the classroom as they use their close reading skills with a winter reading comprehension passage and answer questions along the way. This winter reading activity focuses on 4 winter science topics titled, "Winter's Science: From Snowflakes to Melting Ice." Winter Math activities are also included in Challenge 5 with coded math problems, as students use their multiplication and subtraction practice to uncover surprising winter statistics. Perfect for students in 3rd grade, 4th grade and 5th.

Students must complete 5 challenges that has them deciphering a 5-digit code to release Frosty the Snowman from the icy clutches of a Blizzard. Throughout the activity, students will work collaboratively with a partner or group to solve 4 ELA related challenges and one math challenge with coded math problems, as each activity will unlock 1 digit to the 5-digit code.

Check out the preview to learn more!!

Questions? Please contact me at sgambatodebbi@gmail.com

Explore my other new winter product: Winter Opinion Writing Activities, 16 Prompts, Paper & Craft 3rd 4th 5th Grade

What's Included:

  • “Winter’s Science: From Snowflakes to Melting Ice” Reading Passage (4 science topics)

1. How are snowflakes formed?

2. What happens during a blizzard?

3. How do some animals adapt in the winter?

4. How does ice melt during the winter season

  • 5 Different Challenges (See Teacher Notes for Explanation of Each Challenge)
  • Teacher Instructions/Notes
  • Answer Key to all 5 Challenges
  • Student Sheet to Record Each Code Obtained from the 5 Challenges

Skills Used:

  • Reading Comprehension
  • Winter Science Knowledge
  • Close Reading Skills
  • Vocabulary Identification
  • Critical Thinking
  • Problem Solving
  • Peer Collaboration
  • Math Basic Multiplication Facts

How Can I Use this Resource?

  • To Incorporate Winter Science in an Engaging Way
  • To Improve Reading Comprehension
  • To Improve Close Reading Skills
  • Sharpen Math Facts
  • Whole Class Activity
  • Partner Work
  • Group/Team Collaboration
  • Sub Plans
  • As a Reward for Early Finishers

Benefits of this engaging print and go activity:

  • No Prep
  • Print and Go
  • Highly Engaging
  • Cross-Curricular Activity
  • No Envelopes to Prepare
  • No Locks Needed

Other Products you may like:

Copyright © Teaching with a Vision

Permission to copy for single classroom use only.

Please purchase additional licenses if you intend to share this

product.


How to get TPT credits to use on future purchases:

Please go to your "My Purchases" page and next to each purchase you'll see a "Provide Feedback" button. Simply click on it and you will be taken to a page where you can give a quick rating and leave a short comment about the product. Each time you give feedback, TPT gives you feedback credits to use on any future TPT products you purchase. Equally as important, it allows me to evaluate my product and give you the best possible service I can.

Report this resource to TPT
Reported resources will be reviewed by our team. Report this resource to let us know if this resource violates TPT's content guidelines.

Reviews

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Great Resource
Rated 5 out of 5
December 12, 2025
Met expectations
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This was great to use right after Christmas break. The kids loved it. They were engaged and learning.
Amanda E.
639 reviews • Indiana
Grades taught: 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th
A Winter Escape Packed with Learning Fun!
Rated 5 out of 5
December 8, 2025
This Winter Escape Room is an absolute blast and delivers impressive academic value with zero prep. The “Blizzard Escape Quest” blends winter science reading passages with coded math challenges in a way that feels exciting and immersive. The five challenges are clear, engaging, and build perfectly toward cracking the final 5-digit code. The winter science topics are fascinating, and the math component adds great variety. Perfect for a winter break challenge, group work, or sub plans. Highly recommended for a fun, cross-curricular winter activity!
Jennifer W.
2,003 reviews
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Dec 8, 2025

Thanks so much for such a terrific review Jennifer. It is deeply appreciated!!!

great resource
Rated 5 out of 5
July 31, 2025
Great resource! My students loved it! Easy to use and great for upper grades.
Cassidy Toles
(TPT Seller)
87 reviews • Alabama
Grades taught: 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th
Student populations: Emerging bilinguals
Rated 5 out of 5
May 30, 2025
This was a great resource to help my student continue to be engaged and learning closer to winter break. The students couldn't wait to try to escape! I loved the attention to detail and ease of use!
Ashley T.
350 reviews
Grades taught: 4th
Student populations: Emerging bilinguals, Learning difficulties
Rated 5 out of 5
May 8, 2025
This resource was a great addition to my 3rd grade classroom! It was grade-appropriate, easy to follow, and required very little prep time. The layout was clear, making it simple to integrate into my daily plans. My students were fully engaged and really enjoyed the activities—it was wonderful to see them so enthusiastic about learning. I truly appreciate how user-friendly this resource is and I’m already looking forward to using it again in the future. Highly recommended for any 3rd grade teacher!
Nicole T.
186 reviews
Grades taught: 3rd
Rated 5 out of 5
April 11, 2025
Great activity! Fun and easy to use! Thank you so much!
Samantha N
(TPT Seller)
235 reviews
Grades taught: 5th
Rated 5 out of 5
March 11, 2025
This was such a fun activity! Thanks for creating and sharing this resource!
Romelia Nunez
(TPT Seller)
1,293 reviews
Grades taught: 4th
Student populations: Emerging bilinguals
Rated 5 out of 5
January 24, 2025
Great activity to use right before or right after Christmas break. Students can learn more about the Science of winter while working together to "save Frosty."
Madison G.
243 reviews
Grades taught: 5th

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Fluently add and subtract within 1000 using strategies and algorithms based on place value, properties of operations, and/or the relationship between addition and subtraction.
Multiply one-digit whole numbers by multiples of 10 in the range 10–90 (e.g., 9 × 80, 5 × 60) using strategies based on place value and properties of operations.
Fluently add and subtract multi-digit whole numbers using the standard algorithm.
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