Find It & Solve It: A Math Scavenger Hunt That Makes Decimals Click
A creative math resource that turns decimal operations into a collaborative scavenger hunt. Includes teacher guide, editable templates, and a value-driven launch strategy.
Overview: What it is
What’s Included: Who it serves
Learning Goals: How it aligns with science standards + project management
What Makes It Different (values-based, student-led)
How It Connects to L.E.A.P.P. Forward
Overview
Find It & Solve It is a collaborative math activity designed to get students moving, thinking, and applying decimal operations in a hands-on way. Students become scavenger hunters — using critical thinking and problem-solving skills to navigate a path of decimal-based clues.
This resource is part of the L.E.A.P.P. Forward Curriculum and is available on Teachers Pay Teachers.
What’s Included
📘 Teacher Guide (PPT) – step-by-step instructions on setup, implementation, and extensions
✍️ Editable Student Worksheet (Word) – designed for customization and classroom flexibility
✅ Editable Answer Key (Word) – for quick grading and differentiation
What Makes It Different
🔍 Scavenger Format: Students search the room for decimal problems in the correct sequence — learning is active, not static.
🎯 Strategic Launch Pricing: Originally launched at $1.11 for 11 days, then increased to $11.11 to reflect its full classroom value.
✨ Flexible & Editable: Built for teachers who want both structure and freedom
Learning Goals
Students will:
Practice operations with decimals (add, subtract, multiply, divide)
Improve math fluency in a fun, low-stakes environment
Collaborate with peers to find and solve all clues
Reflect on strategy and accuracy in a final debrief
How It Connects to L.E.A.P.P.
This mini-project embodies:
Achievement: Students meet precise math goals in a creative way
Progress: Built-in reflection and extension options support iterative learning
Projects: It’s more than a worksheet — it’s a class experience
