Grade 2 Math Mysteries: Exciting Problem-Solving Adventures for Second Graders
At Mrs J's Resource Creations, Grade 2 Math Mysteries combine fun challenges with essential maths practice to keep second graders engaged. These activities use creative storytelling and interactive tasks to help students improve their problem-solving skills. With a wide range of 2nd-grade math worksheet printables, learning becomes an exciting adventure for students and an effective teaching tool for educators.
Engaging Printable Math Sheets for 2nd Grade
Our printable math sheets, 2nd-grade, cover key topics such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and number patterns. Designed to capture the interest of young learners, these resources make learning fun and rewarding. Teachers and parents can use them for classroom lessons, at-home practice, or as part of a larger activity.
Seasonal Worksheets for Year-Round Learning
Bring the magic of the seasons into your classroom with themed worksheets like Halloween math worksheets for 2nd grade and Thanksgiving math worksheets for 2nd grade. These activities teach maths and add an element of celebration, making lessons feel special. Students can solve spooky problems or calculate festive equations, so maths remains engaging all year round.
Make maths festive with our 2nd-grade Christmas math worksheets, which combine holiday cheer with essential skills practice. These resources encourage students to apply their knowledge while solving holiday-themed problems, creating a fun and productive classroom atmosphere during the festive season.
2nd Grade Fun Math Worksheets for Interactive Lessons
Young learners thrive when they see maths as enjoyable and interactive. Our 2nd-grade fun math worksheets include puzzles, games, and creative tasks that turn abstract concepts into hands-on experiences. These worksheets encourage critical thinking while keeping students motivated and excited to learn.
For educators assessing progress or preparing students for exams, our 2nd-grade math test worksheets provide a reliable and engaging solution. These worksheets focus on reinforcing key concepts which helps students build a strong foundation in maths while boosting their confidence.
Why Choose Math Mysteries for Grade 2?
Grade 2 Math Mysteries offer more than just practice—they create opportunities for:
- Critical Thinking: Students solve problems step-by-step to unlock each part of the mystery.
- Skill Reinforcement: Worksheets ensure mastery of essential topics such as addition, subtraction, and multiplication.
- Engagement: Colourful designs and creative formats keep students interested and motivated.
Our math worksheet 2nd grade collection caters to various learning styles, ensuring every student can succeed. From visual learners to hands-on thinkers, these resources adapt to meet different needs. Teachers can easily integrate them into lessons, homework, or group activities.
Linking Learning Across Grades
While Grade 2 resources focus on foundational skills, they connect seamlessly with others, such as a 1st-grade math worksheet for younger learners or printable math worksheets for 3rd graders for those ready to advance.
Get Started with Grade 2 Math Mysteries Today
Transform your maths lessons with the exciting range of Grade 2 Math Mysteries from Mrs J's Resource Creations. Explore our 2nd-grade math worksheets printables, 2nd-grade fun math worksheets, and festive options like 2nd-grade Christmas math worksheets to keep your students engaged all year round.
Visit us today to download these resources and bring the joy of learning maths to your classroom!
Back to School Math Mystery: Case of the School Invaders - 2nd Grade Edition
Back to School Math Mystery: the Case of the School Invaders. This math activity is a fun way to review and practice mathematical skills in the classroom or at home. Ideal for spiral review, consolidation, math centers, homework, enrichment, early-finisher or the sub-tub.
Easy prep! Just Print & Solve! Or go paperless with the new Google Slides option provided within your download.
Students must complete math worksheets to unlock clues. Then, use their powers of deduction to narrow down the list of possibilities to solve the mystery case!
Growth Mindset Math Mystery: Case of the Magnificent Growth Mindset - 2nd Grade Edition
Growth Mindset Math Mystery: the Case of the Magnificent Growth Mindset This math activity is a fun way to review and practice mathematical skills in the classroom or at home. Ideal for spiral review, consolidation, math centers, homework, enrichment, early-finisher or the sub-tub.
Easy prep! Just Print & Solve! Or go paperless with the new Google Slides option provided within your download.
Students must complete math worksheets to unlock clues. Then, use their powers of deduction to narrow down the list of possibilities to solve the mystery case!
Comparing and Ordering Numbers Math Mystery: Case of the Outback Outlaw - 2nd Grade Edition
Comparing and Ordering Numbers Math Mystery: the Case of the Outback Outlaw This math activity is a fun way to review and practice mathematical skills in the classroom or at home. Ideal for spiral review, consolidation, math centers, homework, enrichment, early-finisher or the sub-tub.
EASY PREP, print and solve!
Distance Learning Update: I've added a Word Document within the folder that contains a Google Doc link to share this resource with your students via Google Classroom or Drive.
Students must complete math worksheets to unlock clues. Then, use their powers of deduction to narrow down the list of possibilities to solve the mystery case!
Place Value Review Math Mystery: Case of the Puzzled Pirate - 2nd Grade Edition
Place Value Review Math Mystery: the Case of the Puzzled Pirate This math activity is a fun way to review and practice mathematical skills in the classroom or at home. It is ideal for spiral review, consolidation, math centers, homework, enrichment, early finishers, or the sub-tub.
It's easy to prep! Just Print and solve! You can also go paperless with the new Google Slides option provided within your download.
Students must complete math worksheets to unlock clues. Then, use their powers of deduction to narrow down the list of possibilities to solve the mystery case!
Fall Math Mystery: Case of the Furious Fall Winds - 2nd Grade Edition
Fall Math Mystery: the Case of the Furious Fall Winds This math activity is a fun way to review and practice mathematical skills in the classroom or at home. Ideal for spiral review, consolidation, math centers, homework, enrichment, early-finisher or the sub-tub.
EASY PREP, print and solve!
Distance Learning Update: I've added a Word Document within the folder that contains a Google Doc link to share this resource with your students via Google Classroom or Drive.
Students must complete math worksheets to unlock clues. Then, use their powers of deduction to narrow down the list of possibilities to solve the mystery case!
Addition Math Mystery: Case of the Angry Adder - 2nd Grade Edition
Addition Math Mystery: the Case of the Angry Adder This math activity is a fun way to review and practice mathematical skills in the classroom or at home. Ideal for spiral review, consolidation, math centers, homework, enrichment, early-finisher or the sub-tub.
Easy prep! Just Print & Solve! Or go paperless with the new Google Docs option provided within your download.
Distance Learning Update: I've added a Word Document within the folder that contains a Google Doc link to share this resource with your students via Google Classroom or Drive. Parts of the pages are editable, so your students can complete them without printing the pages. Please note that you will need to make a copy of the Google Slides to your drive before you can edit.
Students must complete math worksheets to unlock clues. Then, use their powers of deduction to narrow the list of possibilities to solve the mystery case!
Subtraction Math Mystery: Case of the Missing Macaw - 2nd Grade Edition
Subtraction Math Mystery: the Case of the Missing Macaw This math activity is a fun way to review and practice mathematical skills in the classroom or at home. Ideal for spiral review, consolidation, math centers, homework, enrichment, early-finisher or the sub-tub.
Distance Learning Update: I've added a Word Document within the folder that contains a Google Slides link to share this resource with your students via Google Classroom or Drive.
Students must complete math worksheets to unlock clues. Then, use their powers of deduction to narrow down the list of possibilities to solve the mystery case!
Halloween Math Mystery: The Case The Tricking Treat - 2nd Grade
Halloween Math Mystery: the Case of the Tricking Treat This math activity is a fun way to review and practice mathematical skills in the classroom or at home. Ideal for spiral review, consolidation, math centers, homework, enrichment, early-finisher or the sub-tub.
Easy prep! Just Print & Solve! Or go paperless with the new Google Slides option provided within your download.
Students must complete math worksheets to unlock clues. Then, use their powers of deduction to narrow down the list of possibilities to solve the mystery case!
Halloween Math Mystery: Case of the Jumpy Jack-O-Lanterns - 2nd Grade Edition
Halloween Math Mystery: the Case of the Jumpy Jack-O-Lanterns This math activity is a fun way to review and practice mathematical skills in the classroom or at home. Ideal for spiral review, consolidation, math centers, homework, enrichment, early-finisher or the sub-tub.
Easy prep! Just Print & Solve! Or go paperless with the new Google Slides option provided within your download.
Students must complete math worksheets to unlock clues. Then, use their powers of deduction to narrow down the list of possibilities to solve the mystery case!
FREE Math Mystery: Case of the Super Bad Superhero - 2nd Grade Edition
FREE Math Mystery: the Case of the Super Bad Superhero This math activity is a fun way to review and practice mathematical skills in the classroom or at home. Ideal for spiral review, consolidation, math centers, homework, enrichment, early-finisher or the sub-tub.
Easy prep! Just Print & Solve! Or go paperless with the new Google Docs option provided within your download.
NEW - Distance Learning Update: I've added a Word Document within the folder that contains a Google Doc link to share this resource with your students via Google Classroom or Drive. Parts of the pages are editable so that your students can complete without having to print the pages. Please note, you will need to make a copy of the Google Slides to your drive before you can edit.
Students must complete math worksheets to unlock clues. Then, use their powers of deduction to narrow down the list of possibilities to solve the mystery case!
Number Patterns Math Mystery: Case of the Poisonous Pizzas - 2nd Grade Edition
Number Patterns Math Mystery: the Case of the Poisonous Pizzas This math activity is a fun way to review and practice mathematical skills in the classroom or at home. Ideal for spiral review, consolidation, math centers, homework, enrichment, early-finisher or the sub-tub.
Easy prep! Just Print & Solve! Or go paperless with the new Google Docs option provided within your download.
NEW - Distance Learning Update: I've added a Word Document within the folder that contains a Google Doc link to share this resource with your students via Google Classroom or Drive. Parts of the pages are editable so that your students can complete without having to print the pages. Please note, you will need to make a copy of the Google Slides to your drive before you can edit.
Students must complete math worksheets to unlock clues. Then, use their powers of deduction to narrow down the list of possibilities to solve the mystery case!
Thanksgiving Math Mystery: Case of the Thankless Turkey - 2nd Grade Edition
Thanksgiving Math Mystery: the Case of the Thankless Turkey This math activity is a fun way to review and practice mathematical skills in the classroom or at home. Ideal for spiral review, consolidation, math centers, homework, enrichment, early-finisher or the sub-tub.
Distance Learning Update: I've added a Word Document within the folder that contains a Google Doc link to share this resource with your students via Google Classroom or Drive.
Students must complete math worksheets to unlock clues. Then, use their powers of deduction to narrow down the list of possibilities to solve the mystery case!
Below you will find a mix of holiday, seasonal and skill focused Math Mysteries. I have provided a "click here" link beneath each cover image, which will take you to my TPT store and let you know more! You can even check out the reviews to see how these have gone in other classrooms.
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HOLIDAY THEMED MATH MYSTERIES
Thanksgiving Math Mystery:
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Back to School Math Mystery:
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Christmas Math Mystery:
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Groundhog Day Math Mystery: Case of The Kidnapped Groundhog
Trouble has struck Mathhattan! Chuck the Groundhog has been kidnapped! A great math detective is needed to solve the case and save Chuck.
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Valentine's Day Math Mystery: Case of The Heartbreak Hitman
A villain is on the loose, known as the Heartbreak Hitman, shooting people all over town with a magic arrow that makes hearts turn dark. This is causing friendships to fall apart and couples to break up when they really didn’t want to; now so many people are sitting alone on this day feeling depressed and broken hearted. A great math detective is needed to help solve this case!
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Easter Math Mystery:
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Thanksgiving Math Mystery: Case of The Thankless Turkey
The Case of The Thankless Turkey is a fun Math Mystery activity to do with your students around Thanksgiving. No Prep required, this fun and engaging math activity will motivate your students during math time.
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Halloween Math Mystery: Case of the Jumpy Jack-O-Lanterns
Halloween Math Mystery Activity! The Case of the Jumpy Jack-O-Lanterns is a spooky and fun way to do math around the crazy Halloween season! This print and solve game will keep your kids engaged, motivated, and developing important skills!
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Valentine's Day Math Mystery: Case of the Heartbroken Heroes
Keep learning fun on Valentine's Day with the Case of the Heartbroken Heroes! This Print and Solve Mystery Game will have your students practicing a variety of math skills and applying critical thinking too!
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Back to School Math Mystery: Case of the Cursed Classrooms
Assess math skills at the beginning of the school year with this fun math mystery game! The skills review math from the 1st grade to help you see what students retained after the summer break.
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SEASONS
Winter Math Mystery:
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Fall Math Mystery:
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Summer Math Mystery: Case of The Mathhattan Meltdown
Students will find themselves trapped by the Scorcher who has been melting the city of Mathhattan this summer. In order to save themselves and to stop the melting issue in the city, they will be required to use their math skills to solve the mystery behind his condition and the cure he needs to restore to human!
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SKILL FOCUSED
Subtraction Math Mystery:
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Time Math Mystery:
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Place Value Math Mystery:
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Money Math Mystery
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Money Math Mystery
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Money Math Mystery:
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Addition Math Mystery:
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Addition/Subtraction Math Mystery: Case of The Great Zoo Escape
This addition and subtraction Math Mystery will engage and motivate your students to practice their addition and subtraction skills (within 20). In Math Mystery: Case of The Great Zoo Escape students must use their math skills to decode 5 clues and discover who, where, when, what and why in their investigation of the case. Students will need to cut out the picture answer on their clue sheet and paste to their Mystery Case file until all five have been completed.
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Addition/Subtraction & Missing Addends Math Mystery: Case of The Jungle Joker
Fun Math Review Mystery Activity - Case of The Jungle Joker. Engage and motivate your Grade 2 students while they use a variety of math skills in these NO PREP worksheets to help solve a crime!
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Graphs Math Mystery:
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Patterns math Mystery:
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Comparing & Ordering Numbers Math Mystery : Case of The Outback Outlaw
Students will be sent down to the outback of Australia to find out who stole all of the opals! They will be practicing
skills in comparing and ordering numbers as they try and solve who the Outback Outlaw is! CLICK HERE TO FIND OUT MORE! |
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Growth Mindset Math Mystery: Case of the Magnificent Growth Mindset
Promote a growth mindset at the beginning of the school year with this fun math mystery activity!
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Fractions Math Mystery: Case of the Forgetful Pharaoh
These 2nd Grade Fractions Math Mystery Worksheets will provide lots of practice in a fun format that feels like a game!
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BUNDLES
COMPLETE Math Mystery Bundle
This complete math mystery bundle contains all of my math mysteries for Grade 2 up to date! Make math fun and exciting with these engaging activities that will motivate even some of your most reluctant learners.
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HOLIDAY Math Mystery Bundle
These fun math mystery activities will get your students excited about doing math! Save with this Math Mystery holiday bundle for Grade 2! Engage and motivate your students to review a variety of math skills with these ELEVEN fun math mysteries throughout the year.
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SEASONS Math Mystery Bundle
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Back to School Math Mystery: Case of the School Invaders - 2nd Grade Edition
Back to School Math Mystery: the Case of the School Invaders. This math activity is a fun way to review and practice mathematical skills in the classroom or at home. Ideal for spiral review, consolidation, math centers, homework, enrichment, early-finisher or the sub-tub.
Easy prep! Just Print & Solve! Or go paperless with the new Google Slides option provided within your download.
Students must complete math worksheets to unlock clues. Then, use their powers of deduction to narrow down the list of possibilities to solve the mystery case!
Growth Mindset Math Mystery: Case of the Magnificent Growth Mindset - 2nd Grade Edition
Growth Mindset Math Mystery: the Case of the Magnificent Growth Mindset This math activity is a fun way to review and practice mathematical skills in the classroom or at home. Ideal for spiral review, consolidation, math centers, homework, enrichment, early-finisher or the sub-tub.
Easy prep! Just Print & Solve! Or go paperless with the new Google Slides option provided within your download.
Students must complete math worksheets to unlock clues. Then, use their powers of deduction to narrow down the list of possibilities to solve the mystery case!
Comparing and Ordering Numbers Math Mystery: Case of the Outback Outlaw - 2nd Grade Edition
Comparing and Ordering Numbers Math Mystery: the Case of the Outback Outlaw This math activity is a fun way to review and practice mathematical skills in the classroom or at home. Ideal for spiral review, consolidation, math centers, homework, enrichment, early-finisher or the sub-tub.
EASY PREP, print and solve!
Distance Learning Update: I've added a Word Document within the folder that contains a Google Doc link to share this resource with your students via Google Classroom or Drive.
Students must complete math worksheets to unlock clues. Then, use their powers of deduction to narrow down the list of possibilities to solve the mystery case!
Place Value Review Math Mystery: Case of the Puzzled Pirate - 2nd Grade Edition
Place Value Review Math Mystery: the Case of the Puzzled Pirate This math activity is a fun way to review and practice mathematical skills in the classroom or at home. It is ideal for spiral review, consolidation, math centers, homework, enrichment, early finishers, or the sub-tub.
It's easy to prep! Just Print and solve! You can also go paperless with the new Google Slides option provided within your download.
Students must complete math worksheets to unlock clues. Then, use their powers of deduction to narrow down the list of possibilities to solve the mystery case!
Fall Math Mystery: Case of the Furious Fall Winds - 2nd Grade Edition
Fall Math Mystery: the Case of the Furious Fall Winds This math activity is a fun way to review and practice mathematical skills in the classroom or at home. Ideal for spiral review, consolidation, math centers, homework, enrichment, early-finisher or the sub-tub.
EASY PREP, print and solve!
Distance Learning Update: I've added a Word Document within the folder that contains a Google Doc link to share this resource with your students via Google Classroom or Drive.
Students must complete math worksheets to unlock clues. Then, use their powers of deduction to narrow down the list of possibilities to solve the mystery case!
Addition Math Mystery: Case of the Angry Adder - 2nd Grade Edition
Addition Math Mystery: the Case of the Angry Adder This math activity is a fun way to review and practice mathematical skills in the classroom or at home. Ideal for spiral review, consolidation, math centers, homework, enrichment, early-finisher or the sub-tub.
Easy prep! Just Print & Solve! Or go paperless with the new Google Docs option provided within your download.
Distance Learning Update: I've added a Word Document within the folder that contains a Google Doc link to share this resource with your students via Google Classroom or Drive. Parts of the pages are editable, so your students can complete them without printing the pages. Please note that you will need to make a copy of the Google Slides to your drive before you can edit.
Students must complete math worksheets to unlock clues. Then, use their powers of deduction to narrow the list of possibilities to solve the mystery case!
Subtraction Math Mystery: Case of the Missing Macaw - 2nd Grade Edition
Subtraction Math Mystery: the Case of the Missing Macaw This math activity is a fun way to review and practice mathematical skills in the classroom or at home. Ideal for spiral review, consolidation, math centers, homework, enrichment, early-finisher or the sub-tub.
Distance Learning Update: I've added a Word Document within the folder that contains a Google Slides link to share this resource with your students via Google Classroom or Drive.
Students must complete math worksheets to unlock clues. Then, use their powers of deduction to narrow down the list of possibilities to solve the mystery case!
Halloween Math Mystery: The Case The Tricking Treat - 2nd Grade
Halloween Math Mystery: the Case of the Tricking Treat This math activity is a fun way to review and practice mathematical skills in the classroom or at home. Ideal for spiral review, consolidation, math centers, homework, enrichment, early-finisher or the sub-tub.
Easy prep! Just Print & Solve! Or go paperless with the new Google Slides option provided within your download.
Students must complete math worksheets to unlock clues. Then, use their powers of deduction to narrow down the list of possibilities to solve the mystery case!
Halloween Math Mystery: Case of the Jumpy Jack-O-Lanterns - 2nd Grade Edition
Halloween Math Mystery: the Case of the Jumpy Jack-O-Lanterns This math activity is a fun way to review and practice mathematical skills in the classroom or at home. Ideal for spiral review, consolidation, math centers, homework, enrichment, early-finisher or the sub-tub.
Easy prep! Just Print & Solve! Or go paperless with the new Google Slides option provided within your download.
Students must complete math worksheets to unlock clues. Then, use their powers of deduction to narrow down the list of possibilities to solve the mystery case!
FREE Math Mystery: Case of the Super Bad Superhero - 2nd Grade Edition
FREE Math Mystery: the Case of the Super Bad Superhero This math activity is a fun way to review and practice mathematical skills in the classroom or at home. Ideal for spiral review, consolidation, math centers, homework, enrichment, early-finisher or the sub-tub.
Easy prep! Just Print & Solve! Or go paperless with the new Google Docs option provided within your download.
NEW - Distance Learning Update: I've added a Word Document within the folder that contains a Google Doc link to share this resource with your students via Google Classroom or Drive. Parts of the pages are editable so that your students can complete without having to print the pages. Please note, you will need to make a copy of the Google Slides to your drive before you can edit.
Students must complete math worksheets to unlock clues. Then, use their powers of deduction to narrow down the list of possibilities to solve the mystery case!
Number Patterns Math Mystery: Case of the Poisonous Pizzas - 2nd Grade Edition
Number Patterns Math Mystery: the Case of the Poisonous Pizzas This math activity is a fun way to review and practice mathematical skills in the classroom or at home. Ideal for spiral review, consolidation, math centers, homework, enrichment, early-finisher or the sub-tub.
Easy prep! Just Print & Solve! Or go paperless with the new Google Docs option provided within your download.
NEW - Distance Learning Update: I've added a Word Document within the folder that contains a Google Doc link to share this resource with your students via Google Classroom or Drive. Parts of the pages are editable so that your students can complete without having to print the pages. Please note, you will need to make a copy of the Google Slides to your drive before you can edit.
Students must complete math worksheets to unlock clues. Then, use their powers of deduction to narrow down the list of possibilities to solve the mystery case!
Thanksgiving Math Mystery: Case of the Thankless Turkey - 2nd Grade Edition
Thanksgiving Math Mystery: the Case of the Thankless Turkey This math activity is a fun way to review and practice mathematical skills in the classroom or at home. Ideal for spiral review, consolidation, math centers, homework, enrichment, early-finisher or the sub-tub.
Distance Learning Update: I've added a Word Document within the folder that contains a Google Doc link to share this resource with your students via Google Classroom or Drive.
Students must complete math worksheets to unlock clues. Then, use their powers of deduction to narrow down the list of possibilities to solve the mystery case!