Description

Bring some spooky fun to your math class with this Halloween math mystery for 6th grade! ‘The Case of the Halloween Heist’ is a high-engagement October math activity for 6th grade that turns a standard review into an exciting case-solving challenge.

This resource is loaded with options, including an optional video hook  to set the stage and a NEW bonus ending video to wrap up the case!

 

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).

 

Halloween math mystery 6th grade

 

To solve the heist, students must unlock five clues by correctly solving:

• Clue 1: Multiplying Decimals by Whole Numbers
• Clue 2: Add & Subtract Fractions with Unlike Denominators
• Clue 3: Percents of Numbers (50%, 20%, 10%, 75%)
• Clue 4: Unit Rates (Whole numbers only)
• Clue 5: Greatest Common Factors (GCF)

 

Flexible for Any 6th Grade Classroom

 

Use this versatile Halloween math activity for:

• A fun October 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 giving students one clue at a time.

 

Common Questions for this 6th Grade Math Mystery

 

Q: Is this just a Halloween math activity for 6th grade? A: This mystery has a fun Halloween theme, making it the perfect October math activity. However, it’s a great 6th grade math review printable for any time of year!

Q: What skills does this mystery cover? A: This isn’t just a simple worksheet! It’s a comprehensive review. Students will need to solve problems involving adding and subtracting fractions with unlike denominators, finding percents of numbers, and identifying the Greatest Common Factors (GCF).

 

Other Versions Available!

 

• Digital Graphic Game Edition (3 Math Levels on One)
•  1st Grade Edition
• 2nd Grade Edition
• 3rd Grade Edition
• 4th Grade Edition
• 5th Grade Edition

 

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A complete answer key is included!