Description
Get ready for the holiday with this Labor Day Math Mystery 6th Grade Activity! ‘The Case of the Construction Crew Conundrum’ is a high-engagement Labor Day math activity that turns a challenging 6th-grade review into an exciting case-solving mission.
It’s the perfect no-prep math activity! This resource is loaded with options, including an optional video hook and a NEW ending video (with voiceovers!) 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).
Labor Day Math Mystery 6th Grade Activity
To solve the conundrum, students must unlock five clues by correctly solving:
- Clue 1: Add & Subtract Decimals
- Clue 2: Multiply Decimals by Whole Numbers
- Clue 3: Word Problems with Mixed Operations
- Clue 4: Divide 4-Digit Numbers by 2-Digit Numbers
- Clue 5: Rounding Decimals
Flexible for Any 6th Grade Classroom
Use this versatile Labor Day math 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 giving students one clue at a time.
Common Questions for this 6th Grade Math Review
Q: Is this just a Labor Day math activity for 6th grade? A: This mystery has a fun construction theme, making it the perfect September math activity. However, it’s a powerful 6th grade math review printable that you can use any time of year!
Q: What skills does this mystery cover? A: This is a comprehensive review of key 6th-grade concepts. Students will practice adding and subtracting decimals, rounding decimals, solving 6th grade word problems, and long division.
Other Grade Editions Available!
Love this ‘Construction Crew’ theme? This mystery is also available for other grade levels (great for differentiation)!








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