*Distance Learning: students can use virtual manipulatives at https://www.coolmath4kids.com/manipulatives/pattern-blocks to support them in solving this mystery! This hands-on STEAM activity fosters perseverance and problem solving, and it comes with a FREE EXTENSION ACTIVITY! ***A band of robbers stole Theresa’s beautiful jewel pendant! They split the gems between themselves. Detective Sherloff Homie caught the thieves, but too late! They’ve sold all the gems! Now he needs to know the value o