Long Division Standard Algorithm Mystery in Math Activity

Teach your students long division using the standard algorithm with this easy-to-follow presentation. Then let them have some fun practicing the skill while completing this engaging mystery in math activity. The long division quotients result in both whole numbers and remainders. Examples for both are shown in the teaching slides. The problems vary in difficulty with the divisors being 1 or 2 digits and the dividends being 3 or 4 digits long.

The Case of the Park Prankster

This file includes:

• Instructional Presentation (30 Slides) showing how to do long division using the standard algorithm - provided in both PowerPoint and Google Slide formats
  
• A Mystery in Math activity (whole class and center/individual options)
  * The case is introduced explaining the scenario and the students' task
  * Students will crack 11 clues by solving the long division problems presented
  * Students will keep track of their work on an investigation notes page

The clues can be presented via slides (whole class) or printed for a center or individual use.

Answer keys are provided.

PLEASE NOTE: Depending on your state standards regarding long division using the standard algorithm this resource might be appropriate for your 4th, 5th or 6th grade class.

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