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Setting Math Mystery Expectations in the Classroom

7/31/2019

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Using Math Mysteries in the classroom is a fun way to mix things up when consolidating and/or reviewing math skills. However, for some classrooms, it can be a little bit challenging to keep excited students contained from sharing 'classified' information. To prevent clue or mystery solution 'spills' happening, I recommend setting up some Math Mystery expectations for your class. Read on to find out my suggestions for rules and a free poster download to use. 
The expectations outlined below are a MUST to keep Math Mystery sessions running smoothly. 
Either:
  • Write these on the board as in the image below (you may want to add some of your own) 
  • OR print the free download poster, laminate and hang somewhere in the classroom. 
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You may wish to add some of your own rules to this list. But, discussing the following expectations are a must when starting out with Math Mysteries:
  • Keep clues and answers a secret (keep them to yourself and hidden from others).
  • ALL math questions must be completed (even if you can guess the rest of the missing letters in the clue)
  • Never give up until the case is solved (if it is getting tough, stop and think about what the hard part is, get help if needed, and try to get past the hurdle.)
  • Read the clues carefully (some clues are tricky, and if not thought about carefully, it can sometimes lead to incorrect eliminating.)
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Download three free posters below to use instead of writing on the board. 
Prep Steps
  • Pick your favorite poster
  • print in color
  • laminate 
  • hang somewhere in your classroom
These posters are FREE in my shop, so you won't need to pay at the checkout for this resource.

Math Mystery Expectation Posters

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Keep math mystery sessions in your classroom running smoothly by setting expectations with one of the posters found in this download. There are three designs with different graphics to choose from.


Print, laminate, go over with your class, and hang up somewhere in your classroom.

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8/3/2019 02:55:57 am

My teacher told us that mathematics is an easy subject, it just requires bigger understanding and patience from the students. That's why if you really want to learn it, you must exert an extra effort and you will surely get the right answers for your questions! One of the guidelines that is written there is never give up until you get the right answer already. If we follow the right formula and we made a review before taking a test, we will surely answer all the mathematical questions the right way!

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      • Case of Mean Mountain
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      • Case of The Selfish Elf
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      • Case of The Sticky Bank Burglary
      • Case of The Super Bad Superhero
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      • Case of The Thankless Turkey
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      • Case of The Valentine Villain
      • Case of The Vengeful Vampire
      • Case of The Zombie Elves
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      • Broken Beanstalk
      • Miss Muffet's Missing Muffins
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      • Poisoned Porridge
      • Ruined Ruby Slippers
      • Spooky Singer
      • The Ever After Emerald
      • The Greedy Guest
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      • Burrow Slime
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      • Forest Grime - Reading Mystery
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      • Humpty's Fall Reading Mystery
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      • Poisoned Valentine
      • Rescue Rudolph
      • Stolen Time
      • Teacher Toads - Reading Mystery
      • Turkey Trouble!
      • Twinkle's Lost Shine
      • Which Witch? - Reading Mystery
      • Wizard Blizzard
    • Math Quest Video Hooks >
      • Escape Monster Mansion
      • Over The Rainbow Math Quest
      • Raiders of The Lost Egg
      • Redbeard's Rebellion
      • Reindeer Roundup
      • School Jungle Jam
      • The Heartless Queen
      • The Terrible Turkey Takeover
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      • The Case of the Eagle's Eggs
      • The Case of the Frog's Flowers
      • The Case of the Ghost's Gumballs
      • The Case of the Hippo's Hat
      • The Case of the Iguana's Ice Cream
      • The Case of the Jaguar's Jellybeans
      • The Case of the Kangaroo's Kite
      • The Case of the Lion's Lollipops
      • The Case of the Monster's Map
      • The Case of the Ninja's Necklace
      • The Case of the Octopus's Oar
      • The Case of the Pirate's Pizza
      • The Case of the Queen's Quiver
      • The Case of the Robot's Rocket
      • The Case of the Sloth's Skateboard
      • The Case of the Turtle's Toys
      • The Case of the Unicorn's Umbrella
      • The Case of the Vampire's Violin
      • The Case of the Wizard's Wand
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      • The Case of the Yeti's Yo-Yo
      • The Case of the Zebra's Zucchinnis
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