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Crack the Code: Common Factors Encryption Worksheet | Differentiated Puzzle
Can your students break the code? In this engaging activity, students become "Code Breakers." They must find the Common Factors of specific number pairs to unlock a cipher and reveal a hidden secret message (a fun joke/riddle). BUILT-IN DIFFERENTIATION: We know every classroom has mixed abilities. This resource includes two versionsof the same puzzle: Level A (Scaffolded): Includes "Hint" columns (e.g., tells students how many factors to look for) to support struggling learners.Level B (Challe
5th - 7th
Applied Math, Arithmetic, Numbers
CCSS
6.NS.B.4
Also included in: Crack the Code: Common Factors Full Lesson Bundle (Slides + Activity)
6th Grade Evaluate with Substitution Math Mystery | Google Slides + Printable
Make evaluating expressions fun and engaging with this Substitution Mystery Activity for 6th grade math! It includes a printable worksheet and editable Google slides version. Students will substitute given values into expressions, solve, and use their answers to find the secret code. This activity turns routine algebra practice into an interactive challenge that keeps students motivated and thinking critically! 🧠 What’s Included: ✔️ 20 substitution (evaluating expressions) problems ✔️ No ex
5th - 7th
Algebra, Applied Math, Other (Math)
CCSS
6.EE.A.2
, 6.EE.A.2c
Crack the Codes 3 - The Egyptian Treasure
The next instalment of the Crack the Codes series! This activity sees students delve into an ancient mystery of an unopened tomb said to hold treasure! What is included: - Five Clue Cards - An Alberti Disk - An extension clue - Student work-booklet (1 double sided piece of paper) - Teacher instructions - Answers A .swf file is included in the download. Adobe Flash Player is no longer supported by most computers. Still working out a solution for this. Let me know how it goes! Thanks Mr Dignan's
3rd - 6th
Applied Math
Mario Day Super Mario Math Logic Challenge Sudoku Word Search Escape Room Gr 5 6
Bring high-interest, standards-based fun to your classroom with this Super Mario-themed Math and Logic activity packet for grades 5–8! Designed to engage upper elementary and middle school learners, this printable resource combines multi-step word problems, logic puzzles, close reading, and vocabulary in a creative, gamified format. What’s Included: Informational Text – Engaging passages about the Super Mario franchise and Power-Ups Number Word Search – Identify number words not used in mat
5th - 8th
Applied Math, Informational Text, Math
CCSS
RI.5.4
, RI.6.4
, RI.7.4
+2
Lego Math Challenges
These five math challenges engage students using Lego bricks to build towers, models, and solve problems. Challenges address a variety of upper elementary and middle school math skills including:
- adding fractions with unlike denominators
- finding equivalent fractions
- finding a fraction of a whole
- adding percentages
- finding a percentage of a whole
- area and perimeter
- factors
- prime numbers
- composite numbers
- Goldbach's conjecture
- multiplication
- scale factor
- proportional rel
4th - 6th
Applied Math, Numbers, Other (Math)
CCSS
4.MD.A.3
, 4.OA.B.4
, 5.NF.A.1
+1
STEM Challenge Activity Civil Engineering Force and Motion Cantilevered Beam
If you want to expose your students to STEM careers, this low prep STEM challenge is a hands-on civil engineering activity. STEM challenges are wonderful for team-building and can be used with a wide grade range. ✅ What You'll Get ✅ Challenge PosterTeacher notes, including overview and objectivesPhoto example5 "Talk Like an Engineer" word cards with relevant vocabulary **includes link to QuizletTalk Like an Engineer PosterMultiple recording options: Graphic organizers (includes Google Slides o
3rd - 8th
Applied Math, Engineering
NGSS
MS-ETS1-2
, 3-5-ETS1-3
, MS-ETS1-4
+4
Luxury Home Staging Challenge: An Interior Design Project
Elevate your math instruction with this rigorous and highly engaging activity designed specifically for advanced learners ready for challenging, real-world application. Turn standard arithmetic practice into a high-stakes, authentic design challenge where students step into the role of Luxury Home Stagers. What Students Will Do: Students are given a fixed budget of $12,000 and must purchase furniture and decor from a custom catalog (included) to furnish four distinct rooms. They must meet spec
3rd - 6th
Applied Math, Arithmetic, Decimals
CCSS
5.NBT.B.7
Multi-Step Word Problem Challenge Pack for Grades 4-5
This multi-step word problem challenge pack equips students with critical thinking and reasoning skills. You receive one teacher guide with directions and pacing tips, ten student pages with varied multi-step problems that cover addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division, a complete answer key for quick grading, and an extension activity for deeper exploration. Each page has clear instructions and space for students to show their work. Use this resource for warm-ups, small group practic
4th - 5th
Applied Math, Arithmetic, Math Test Prep
CCSS
4.OA.A.2
, 4.OA.A.3
, 5.OA.A.2
Integrated STEM & Close Reading | Groundhog Day STEM Challenge
In this Groundhog Day themed STEM challenge, students figure out multiple ways to pop a "groundhog" up out of his "burrow," and then they must accurately measure his shadow using centimeters. This activity challenges students to call on most of the Standards of Mathematical Practices, as well as to write clearly for a specific purpose. It puts accurate measurement and data recording into real-life practice. Groundhog Day is an opportunity to discuss hibernation, seasons, and folklore. Here's
3rd - 5th
Applied Math, Close Reading, Engineering
CCSS
RI.3.1
, RI.3.2
, RI.3.4
+7
Also included in: Integrated STEM & Close Reading | STEM Challenges BUNDLE
Mission Maze- Coding with Spheros
Mission Maze! Code your Sphero Robot through the maze using measurements, math, and block-based coding. Included: 2 Student Worksheet VersionsMaze ExampleMaterials Needed for Lesson - Sphero Robots (Any type) - Sphero Edu App - Pre-Built Maze (Taped on Tablecloths, Taped on Floor, 3D constructed Maze) - Rulers -Protractors (Not required, but helpful)
3rd - 8th
Applied Math, Computer Science - Technology, Measurement
CCSS, NGSS
3.MD.B.4
, 4.MD.A.1
, 4.MD.A.2
+13
Summer Olympics Math Project with QR Codes
My students love learning about the Olympics! This project combines that interest, research and a Math focus. Students will select a sport/event to research. They will use QR codes and fill out a graphic organizer. The will create problems and a presentation for their peers. Finally they can recreate the event for a Math Olympics of your own.
Page 1-Cover
2- Project steps
3- List of sports
4- QR codes for research
5-7- Graphic Organizer for Research
8- Presentation requirement and checklis
4th - 8th
Applied Math
5th, 6th and 7th Grade Common Core Challenge Math Geometry Stations
Differentiated, hands on geometry stations designed to provide challenge, understanding and rehearsal of solving real-world problems involving area, surface area, and volume. This performance task mini-unit culminates with a final assessment where students will design and construct a candy box, based on task specifications and a rubric, to demonstrate hands-on application of the content standards. Students will need to understand the basics of geometry for middle school math where they will co
5th - 7th
Applied Math, Geometry, Other (Math)
Real World Grocery Store Budget Challenge
This product helps student work on real world money skills. It contains 4 levels of varying difficulty depending on grade level. It focuses on adding and budgeting their money. They can also round, add decimals, and add percentage for some variance. This uses real prices from a variety of different grocery stores.
2nd - 8th
Applied Math, Decimals, Financial Literacy
No-Prep Math Challenge: Grocery Budgeting Edition (Grades 4–6)
Make math meaningful with this real-world grocery budgeting challenge! Perfect for busy teachers, this no-prep lesson blends critical thinking, financial literacy, and core math skills. Students take on the role of budget-savvy shoppers, managing a limited amount of money to feed a family of four. Whether you’re teaching decimals, multiplication, or real-world applications—this resource hits the mark with zero prep required. ✅ What’s Included: ✔ Student Budget Worksheet (with subtotal, tax,
4th - 6th
Applied Math, Financial Literacy, Money Math
Secret Code Addition | Math Worksheet | Fun Code Breaking Activity
Make math practice fun with this engaging Secret Code Addition Worksheet! Students will crack the code by matching symbols to numbers, then use the key to solve addition problems. This activity combines math fluency with problem-solving skills, keeping learners motivated and excited to practice. Perfect for: Morning work Math centers Early finishers Homework practice Small group activities What’s Included: Secret code number chart Multiple addition problems with code symbols Space for st
K - 5th
Applied Math, Numbers, Other (Math)
Challenge Project: Playground Design
Challenge Projects are designed as differentiated experiences for any student - whether he/she is gifted, high potential, average, underachievers, English language learners, struggling, and/or displaying other special needs. These enrichment units are designed to be chosen by students based upon their interests and strengths. Challenge Projects do not have a set length of study. Rather, each avenue of study should be flexible and determined by the length of time daily that a student is able t
3rd - 6th
Applied Math
Math Activity| Pattern Puzzles | Algebraic Thinking| Grades 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th
Challenge your students to think like mathematicians with this complete collection of number pattern puzzles! Students analyse four 2×2 number grids, find the hidden rule connecting all four numbers, and use it to work out the missing number. With 32 puzzles (68 slides total) across four differentiated difficulty levels — Starter, Intermediate, Challenging, and Expert — this resource grows with your learners and keeps every student in the productive struggle zone. This resource is perfect for
3rd - 6th
Algebra, Applied Math, Basic Operations
Fall Logic Puzzles | Critical Thinking Activities for Gifted & Talented| Games
🍂 Challenge your students’ brains this autumn with these engaging Fall-Themed Logic Grid Puzzles—perfect for gifted learners, early finishers, and enrichment groups! Designed to build deductive reasoning, problem-solving, and attention to detail, these puzzles offer a seasonal twist on classic logic challenges. Each puzzle includes:✅ Clear clues and visual grids for student deduction🎃 Themes like pie flavors, leaf raking, pumpkin patch choices, and hayride mysteries🧩 Scaffolded logic fo
2nd - 5th
Applied Math, Informational Text, Other (ELA)
Gifted Math Problem Solving Grades 4-5
Ready to challenge your advanced math students with rigorous, real-world problem solving? This resource is designed specifically for gifted and high-achieving 4th–5th grade learners who are ready for complex, multi-step mathematical thinking. Each word problem integrates higher-level concepts and requires students to analyze, plan, compute, and justify their reasoning. Students won’t just solve — they’ll think deeply. ✨ What’s Included: 5 rigorous multi-step word problems Multi-digit multi
3rd - 6th
Applied Math
Gifted Math Problem Solving Grades 2-4
Looking for challenging, thought-provoking math problems that go beyond basic computation? This multi-step word problem resource is designed specifically for gifted and high-achieving students in grades 2–3 who are ready for deeper mathematical thinking. Students will apply multiplication, division, and higher-level reasoning skills while solving real-world, multi-layered problems. Each task requires students to analyze information, determine necessary operations, and clearly explain their think
2nd - 5th
Applied Math
Volume Extension Project (Set of 2)
Need a challenge for students who already understand the basics of volume. Use these 2 volume projects to help extend your student's learning! Students will be asked to problem-solve real life situations as they apply what they know about volume in new "out of the box" ways of thinking.
4th - 6th
Applied Math, Measurement, Other (Math)
CCSS
5.MD.C.4
, 5.MD.C.5
, 5.MD.C.5a
+2
Gardening-Themed Breakout Activity
Engage your students and challenge your high achievers with this garden-themed breakout activity. Activities will be appropriate for 5th grade and some advanced 4th grade mathematicians. Your students will be excited to work through each challenge!
4th - 5th
Applied Math
Playground Design Project
This comprehensive, real-world math project challenges students to design a safe and functional playground within a budget constraint. Students apply geometry, area and perimeter calculations, and practical problem-solving skills to create a complete playground design.
4th - 10th
Applied Math, Geometry, Measurement
CCSS
4.MD.A.3
, MP1
, MP2
+2
Tiny House STEM - Floor Plan Design
Tiny House Floor Plan and Budget STEM Challenge- The Tiny House Movement has people building small houses. The demand for Tiny Living homes is big! Have your students design a livable floor plan for a Tiny Home. They must stick to a budget and meet certain requirements. Learning has never been so fun!
This STEM focuses on solving a real-world science problem with engineering. It meets NGSS Standards.
Please check the preview to see what is included!
This STEM activity includes:
"The Pro
2nd - 5th
Applied Math, Engineering
Also included in: STEM Activities Bundle
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