Description
An alien family needs help escaping Area 51, and your 4th graders’ multiplication skills are the key! Students solve area-model puzzles, analyze errors, and decode clues as they complete the mission.
This 4th grade digital escape room is automated and self-checking in Google Forms. It requires virtually no prep, and students do not need Google accounts. An optional recording page makes it easy to document student thinking.
Area-model multiplication skills students will practice
- Multiplying two-digit numbers by two-digit numbers with an area model
- Multiplying a one-digit number by numbers with up to four digits
- Matching area models to multiplication equations
- Writing factors in expanded form within an area model
- Analyzing and correcting multiplication, addition, and place-value errors
- Solving ciphers and multi-step area-model puzzles
The activity supports 4.NBT.B.5.
What is included
- Quick-start guide
- Google Forms escape-room link
- Optional link for saving a copy to your Drive
- Optional student recording page
- Detailed answer key and teacher tips
- Optional success signs
Most students finish in 30–45 minutes, while some may finish in about 20 minutes. Use the activity after a multiplication unit, for test preparation, summer review, 5th grade beginning-of-year review, enrichment, or small-group collaboration.
All information needed is included. Please confirm that your school or district permits Google Forms.
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