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Word Problems: Addition & Subtraction - 2nd Grade Math Mystery Activity

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Howdy, educator! Prepare your second-grade student detectives to work on solving addition and subtraction word problems with this exciting Math Mystery Activity: The Case of the Wacky Wild West!

In this thrilling math mystery, students will work to unlock clues that will help them narrow a list of suspects and catch the criminal. This unique approach to teaching and reviewing word problems is sure to keep your student detectives entertained and engaged in their math learning.

Features:

  • PDF printable format for easy printing and distribution
  • Digital worksheets option available with Google Slides and TPT EASEL, perfect for virtual learning or paperless classrooms
  • Word problems focused on addition and subtraction, tailored for second-grade students
  • Engaging video hook at the beginning to set the stage and an ending video to wrap up the story, with voice-overs to read the video text.
  • Immersive Wild West theme that resonates with young children and amplifies their interest in solving the math problems
  • Five clue worksheets aligned with common core standards for a comprehensive and effective learning experience
  • Printable awards to celebrate success!

Math Skills Required to Unlock Clues

Students must use their math skills to eliminate wild west suspects to solve who is behind these wacky crimes!

There are five clues to crack to solve the mystery:

  • Clue 1 Worksheet: Addition & Subtraction with 20 Word Problems
  • Clue 2 Worksheet: Adding Three Numbers Word Problems
  • Clue 3 Worksheet: Subtraction within 100 Word Problems (Subtract a one-digit number from a double-digit number)
  • Clue 4 Worksheet: Two-Step Word Problems (Add & Subtract within 20)
  • Clue 5 Worksheet: Two-Step Word Problems (Add & Subtract within 100)

Multiple Uses

Great for:

  • Review
  • Consolidation
  • Math Centers
  • Extra Practice
  • Enrichment
  • Early Finishers
  • Homework
  • Substitute Teachers

Bring the excitement of the Wacky Wild West into your classroom or at-home learning environment with this fun, interactive Math Mystery. Your student detectives will be so engaged in the story and challenge of uncovering the clues that they'll forget they're practicing their math skills!


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to see state-specific standards (only available in the US).
Use addition and subtraction within 100 to solve one- and two-step word problems involving situations of adding to, taking from, putting together, taking apart, and comparing, with unknowns in all positions, e.g., by using drawings and equations with a symbol for the unknown number to represent the problem.

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