Description
The Thanksgiving Thwarter has locked dinner inside the oven, and your 6th graders must use their math skills to open five locks before time runs out! This Thanksgiving escape room combines a seasonal storyline with challenging, standards-based review.
Both printable and digital versions are included. Choose the print version for a hands-on team challenge or use the low-prep Google Forms version to automate the escape room. Students do not need email addresses or Google accounts for the digital activity.
6th grade math skills students will practice
- Rounding numbers to the nearest tenth and whole number in a challenging “guess my number” puzzle
- Adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing decimals
- Comparing decimal values
- Performing multi-digit division
- Dividing fractions and mixed numbers
- Creating equivalent ratios and solving ratio word problems
- Evaluating expressions with parentheses, exponents, and the four operations
- Solving multi-step word problems and logic puzzles
Choose print or digital
Printable version: Give teams the backstory and puzzle materials for a collaborative challenge away from screens.
Digital version: Students work through the automated Google Forms activity using an internet-connected device. No clues need to be hidden, and students receive feedback as they progress.
Groups of two to four are recommended, although students may also work independently. Most students finish in under 45 minutes; allowing up to 60 minutes is safest. Students with a strong grasp of the skills may finish in 20–30 minutes.
All information needed is provided in the activity, so students do not need to search the web. Please confirm that your school or district allows Google Forms if you choose the digital version.
This resource is purchased through Teachers Pay Teachers. Use the Buy on TpT button above to view the complete listing and purchase options.
