Description

Make math practice fun with this Comparing and Ordering Numbers Math Mystery 1st grade Activity! ‘The Case of the Outback Outlaw’ is a high-engagement 1st grade math review that turns a standard review into an exciting case-solving challenge.

It’s the perfect no-prep math activity! This resource is loaded with options, including an optional video hook to set the stage!

Easy Prep for Print or Digital

This resource is designed to be low-prep for you and high-engagement for your students.

• Printable PDF Version: Just print the worksheets, staple, and go.
• Google Slides Digital Version: 100% paperless! Simply assign in Google Classroom. (Students must be in ‘edit mode’ to type).

Comparing and Ordering Numbers Math Mystery 1st grade Activity

To find the outback outlaw, students must unlock five clues by correctly solving:

• Clue 1: Comparing Numbers up to 20 (circle the greater number)
• Clue 2: Ordering Numbers (up to 22)
• Clue 3: Comparing Numbers up to 100 (circle the greater number)
• Clue 4: Ordering Numbers (up to 100)
• Clue 5: More Comparing Numbers up to 100 (circle the lesser number)

Flexible for Any 1st Grade Classroom

Use this versatile comparing numbers 1st grade activity for:

• A fun spiral review
• Math centers or stations
• Homework or enrichment
• Your “early finisher” tub
• A lifesaver for your sub-tub!

Pacing & Timing

This is a comprehensive review that can take anywhere from 30 minutes to 2+ hours, depending on your students’ skill level. We recommend pacing it by one clue at a time.

Common Questions for this 1st Grade Math Review

Q: What skills does this mystery cover?
A: This is a comprehensive review of comparing numbers 1st grade and ordering numbers 1st grade. Students will work with numbers up to 100.

Q: What exactly is a Math Mystery?
A: It’s our high-engagement, multimedia math activity! Students solve 5 clues to crack a case, all while watching fun video hooks. You can learn more about math mysteries here.

Q: How does differentiation work with these?
A: That’s our secret weapon! Many of our stories are available for other grades, so you can “clue swap.” We even have a blog post explaining how: learn how to differentiate here. (Please note: The Grade 1 version cannot be ‘clue swapped’ as it’s simplified.)

Other Grade Editions Available!

Love this ‘Outback Outlaw’ theme? This mystery is also available for other grade levels (great for differentiation)!

• 2nd Grade Edition
• 3rd Grade Edition
• 4th Grade Edition

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A complete answer key is included!

Mrs. J.
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