Turn math class into a MYSTERY with this exciting

Whodunnit activity! Students solve multiplication

problems to find clues, eliminate suspects, and

reveal the thief — critical thinking meets math

fluency in the most engaging way!

⭐ WHAT'S INCLUDED (4 Pages):

✅ Page 1: Whodunnit Math Mystery worksheet

✅ Page 2: Answer Key (teacher copy)

✅ Page 3: Bonus Challenge

• Create Your Own Whodunnit Mystery

• Multiplication Fact Families

✅ Page 4: Teacher Notes, Standards & How to Use

⭐ SKILLS COVERED:

• Multiplication facts (×4 through ×9)

• Multiples and factors

• Logical reasoning & elimination

• Critical thinking & problem solving

⭐ STANDARDS ALIGNED:

• 4.OA.B.4 — Find all factor pairs for a

whole number

• 3.OA.C.7 — Fluently multiply within 100

• 4.OA.A.1 — Interpret multiplication

equations as comparisons

⭐ PERFECT FOR:

✏️ Math Centers / Stations

📋 Sub Plans (no prep needed!)

🏠 Homework or extra practice

⚡ Early finishers

👥 Partner or group work

🎭 Engaging whole class activity

⭐ WHY TEACHERS LOVE IT:

✔ No prep — just print and go!

✔ Story-based format keeps students engaged

✔ Black & white printer friendly

✔ Self-checking (only one correct answer!)

✔ Bonus challenge for fast finishers

✔ Answer key included

✔ Common Core aligned

Students solve 4 multiplication problems,

check if each answer is a multiple of 3,

eliminate suspects, and reveal the thief —

all while practicing essential math facts!

Perfect for 4th grade, also great for

advanced 3rd graders or 5th grade review.

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