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Teresa Kwant

Cracking the Classroom Code™ 3rd Grade Operations and Algebraic Thinking

Rated 4.99 out of 5 based on 101 customer ratings
(102 customer reviews)

$5.00

Will your class escape in time? Uh oh! Your students are stuck on Mars! Their satellite is broken, and they must fix it to communicate with Earth and return home. Students will try and breakout from their risky situation by solving a string of math problems and clues. This is a review game for the math concepts taught in 3rd grade under the domain of operations and algebraic thinking. It can be played in small groups, or as a whole class. If your class has never played an escape game before, I suggest playing as a whole class for the first time.

Category: Math Tag: 3rd Grade
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Cracking the Classroom Code

Will your class escape in time? Uh oh! Your students are stuck on Mars! Their satellite is broken, and they must fix it to communicate with Earth and return home. Students will try and breakout from their risky situation by solving a string of math problems and clues. This is a review game for the math concepts taught in 3rd grade under the domain of operations and algebraic thinking. It can be played in small groups, or as a whole class. If your class has never played an escape game before, I suggest playing as a whole class for the first time.

**Versions with and without QR codes included

This is an interactive game where the students are timed. Students try and solve clues and math problems to breakout and escape the classroom. You, the teacher, can decide how much time your students have to complete the task. I will suggest 45 minutes, but it is up to your discretion. You can project a timer for your class, or put one somewhere for all the students to see, so they can keep track of how much time they have left to complete their task.

This is similar to a scavenger hunt where students will be moving around the room, looking for clues to unlock their envelopes (I have included riddles and suggestions on where to hide each clue). To unlock their envelopes, students will need to solve math problems. A paper is provided so students can show their work for each problem. For many of the questions, students must have an answer that matches one on an envelope. If the answers do not match, they can’t open or “unlock” the envelope, and must rework the problem.

*Everything is included, however teachers must provide their own envelopes.

I give step by step instructions on how to set up the game, including pictures! This is sure to capture the attention of your students.

Topics covered in this game:

Operations and Algebraic Thinking
*Interpreting products of whole numbers.
*Interpreting whole number quotients.
*Using multiplication and division within 100.
*Solving real world problems.
*Determine the unknown number in a multiplication or division problem.
*Applying properties of operations to multiply and divide.
*Solving two-step word problems.
*Identifying arithmetic patterns.

102 reviews for Cracking the Classroom Code™ 3rd Grade Operations and Algebraic Thinking

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  1. Rated 5 out of 5

    Andrea Launi – September 6, 2018

    My students just love to use these to review skills! Thank you!

  2. Rated 4 out of 5

    Buyer – August 28, 2018

    Loved it! Thank you!

  3. Rated 5 out of 5

    Jennifer W. – August 21, 2018

    Great resource! There are a lot of steps to putting it together but they were clearly explained to make the process go smoothly. Nice details! My students loved solving this activity.

  4. Rated 5 out of 5

    Sara Everett – August 6, 2018

    Great resource!

  5. Rated 5 out of 5

    Buyer – August 1, 2018

    Thanks. Great product.

  6. Rated 5 out of 5

    Carla K. – July 20, 2018

    My class loves these!

  7. Rated 5 out of 5

    Stephanie P. – July 5, 2018

    Love these activities. Some set up is required but worth it.

  8. Rated 5 out of 5

    Buyer – July 5, 2018

    Students enjoyed this!

  9. Rated 5 out of 5

    Cindy L. – June 24, 2018

    Thanks

  10. Rated 5 out of 5

    Buyer – June 20, 2018

    The pirate version was so fun that I had to buy this one as well. Awesome resource!

  11. Rated 5 out of 5

    Michelle S. – June 11, 2018

    My students loved this activity!

  12. Rated 5 out of 5

    Brenda B. – May 30, 2018

    thank you

  13. Rated 5 out of 5

    Kim S. – May 20, 2018

    I bought this to play with my summer school class. It looks like a great review of all things space! Thank You!

  14. Rated 5 out of 5

    Danielle F. – May 15, 2018

    These are great!

  15. Rated 5 out of 5

    Jana P. – May 15, 2018

    My class loved this activity and begged to do another one

  16. Rated 5 out of 5

    Stacey R. – May 14, 2018

    Can’t wait to use this!

  17. Rated 5 out of 5

    Rachel R. – May 11, 2018

    Thanks.

  18. Rated 5 out of 5

    Savannah R. – May 8, 2018

    This was my second cracking the classroom code! I really love this resource, it’s so worth the time and effort in putting it together! It’s also easy to differentiate. I printed multiple copies on different colored papers and allowed some students to work in a group, some with a partner, and a few individually.

  19. Rated 5 out of 5

    Kimberly C. – May 7, 2018

    So excited to try this with my class! Great review!

  20. Rated 5 out of 5

    Julie C. – May 7, 2018

    My students had a great time with this math game.

  21. Rated 5 out of 5

    Katie Corrao – April 27, 2018

    Thank you for the detailed explanation of how to use the item.

  22. Rated 5 out of 5

    Buyer – April 26, 2018

    Fantastic!

  23. Rated 5 out of 5

    April M. – April 25, 2018

    Can’t wait to use this in my classroom.

  24. Rated 5 out of 5

    Buyer – April 19, 2018

    Directions were easy to follow, but more importantly my students LOVED it!

  25. Rated 5 out of 5

    Laura C. – April 19, 2018

    Lots of set-up work to do, but the kids love it!

  26. Rated 5 out of 5

    Buyer – April 19, 2018

    Can’t’ wait to try this with my class! Thanks

  27. Rated 5 out of 5

    S L B. – April 16, 2018

    My students LOVED this wonderful activity! They are begging to do more.

  28. Rated 5 out of 5

    Shauna O. – April 12, 2018

    Fun!

  29. Rated 4 out of 5

    Maria Leccese – April 3, 2018

    Crack the Classroom Code really stretched my students in very important ways. They began to use their math skills in a practical way that increased their critical thinking!! Excellent product!!

  30. Rated 4 out of 5

    Brenda Jalomos – March 26, 2018

    Students need a little introduction to game first. Loved it.

  31. Rated 5 out of 5

    Jennifer D. – March 20, 2018

    This was a fun activity for the kids! Kept them engaged in the activity. Look forward to purchasing more.

  32. Rated 5 out of 5

    Buyer – March 18, 2018

    Great resource! Thanks!

  33. Rated 5 out of 5

    jean E. – March 14, 2018

    great

  34. Rated 5 out of 5

    Chelsea B. – March 11, 2018

    Super fun and engaging. The kids loved it (I loved it); I will definitely be doing some more of these.

  35. Rated 5 out of 5

    Anne L. – March 7, 2018

    This is a very intriguing way to get kids to practice their facts. I can’t wait to see how my class responds. I really had to reread the directions for putting this activity together, but I think I’ve got it now!

  36. Rated 4 out of 5

    Liana Ponce – February 25, 2018

    This was a nicely designed product and I’m going to try it next time with small groups of students. It didn’t really work for me as a whole group activity with my students.

  37. Rated 5 out of 5

    Elizabeth P. – February 19, 2018

    My class loved this activity!

  38. Rated 5 out of 5

    Tammie N. – February 15, 2018

    Very engaging activity!

  39. Rated 5 out of 5

    Carrigan’s Creative Creations – February 15, 2018

    I cannot wait to try this! I have legitimately bought all of your Cracking the Codes this week and I am SO excited to go in on my day off tomorrow to get them all printed and prepared! 🙂 Thank you for awesome products!

  40. Rated 5 out of 5

    Carrie Taylor – February 15, 2018

    Thanks!

  41. Rated 5 out of 5

    Danielle Elliott – February 14, 2018

    My students really enjoyed this! It was a little difficult to cut everything out and put it on the envelopes. The directions were very clear and easy to follow. It turned out fantastic and the kids LOVED this. Thank you!

  42. Rated 5 out of 5

    Buyer – February 13, 2018

    So much fun! My kids really enjoyed this

  43. Rated 5 out of 5

    Laurie Och – February 10, 2018

    My enrichment students loved this!!

  44. Rated 4 out of 5

    LISA G. – February 10, 2018

    It takes some preparation time, but the kids love it.

  45. Rated 5 out of 5

    Joseph Espinal – January 21, 2018

    An amazing resource! We tried it as a whole class first and then in groups. My students loved it.

  46. Rated 5 out of 5

    Chasity T. – January 17, 2018

    This is awesome!

  47. Rated 5 out of 5

    Inez G. – January 17, 2018

    great resource

  48. Rated 5 out of 5

    Laurie N. – January 13, 2018

    My students loved this! They can’t wait to do more!

  49. Rated 5 out of 5

    melissa R. – January 7, 2018

    Thank you! Can’t wait to do this with my students!

  50. Rated 5 out of 5

    Sarah T. – January 6, 2018

    Great product! Thanks!

  51. Rated 5 out of 5

    Nikki J. – January 5, 2018

    Great way to end a unit!

  52. Rated 5 out of 5

    Vera J. – January 3, 2018

    This looks amazing – I am hoping it will engage all levels in my 3rd grade classroom. We will try this one whole group, and hopefully be back for more. Thank You!

  53. Rated 5 out of 5

    Katelyn M. – December 7, 2017

    AWESOME!

  54. Rated 5 out of 5

    The Green Teacher – December 3, 2017

    So excited to use this before winter break!

  55. Rated 5 out of 5

    Lauren D. – November 30, 2017

    My students really enjoy these games. They are very challenged!

  56. Rated 5 out of 5

    Kristine D. – November 29, 2017

    My students loved this! I bought all of them!

  57. Rated 5 out of 5

    wendy T. – November 27, 2017

    Can’t wait to use this. My students loved the Thanksgiving one!

  58. Rated 5 out of 5

    Diane Harris – November 14, 2017

    Worth it

  59. Rated 5 out of 5

    Karen Langdon – October 29, 2017

    Very clear instructions. Thanks!

  60. Rated 5 out of 5

    I Dream of First Grade – October 16, 2017

    So much fun and challenging !

  61. Rated 5 out of 5

    Kimberly M. – October 16, 2017

    Can’t wait to use this with my students! Loved the first one I bought and this one looks like it is the same organized and quality product!

  62. Rated 4 out of 5

    Shawna H. – September 24, 2017

    I am excited to use this as a review before our Unit Test. I’m worried about the preparation of it, and making sure all pieces are correctly placed, but I think my students will really enjoy the background story and challenge!

  63. Rated 5 out of 5

    Buyer – September 17, 2017

    These escape rooms are so well thought out! My kids absolutely loved completing them for Book Week (#escapetoeverywhere)

  64. Rated 5 out of 5

    Laura G. – September 2, 2017

    My third graders LOVED this activity! The directions are well written and easy to follow! You’ll have a lot of fun with this resource!

  65. Rated 5 out of 5

    Janice J. – August 21, 2017

    Love It

  66. Rated 5 out of 5

    Helen Jo Morse – August 21, 2017

    These games are really fun! I think I should have all the 3rd grade versions by now 🙂

  67. Rated 5 out of 5

    Josie M. – August 6, 2017

    Love it!

  68. Rated 5 out of 5

    Brittany Lindsay – August 2, 2017

    These are great! Can’t wait to use them with my class!

  69. Rated 5 out of 5

    Sample This Resources – August 2, 2017

    So much fun!

  70. Rated 5 out of 5

    Jamie P. – August 1, 2017

    We did this as a review and my students loved it!! They were very engaged and loved trying to solve the clues!

  71. Rated 5 out of 5

    Kathryn F. – August 1, 2017

    Thank you!

  72. Rated 5 out of 5

    Janet A. – July 27, 2017

    Students loved this!

  73. Rated 5 out of 5

    Trisha N. – July 21, 2017

    Students loved it!

  74. Rated 5 out of 5

    Laura H. – July 17, 2017

    Great resource for science projects!

  75. Rated 5 out of 5

    Jacqueline S. – July 9, 2017

    wonderful resource! thank you!

  76. Rated 5 out of 5

    Lisa Lilienthal – July 8, 2017

    Fantastic! Thank you!

  77. Rated 5 out of 5

    4th Grade Cupcakes – July 5, 2017

    My students love these fun and engaging activities…They don’t even realize that they are learning!

  78. Rated 5 out of 5

    Patty B. – June 28, 2017

    My third graders loved ‘cracking the code’! Thanks!

  79. Rated 5 out of 5

    Chelsea B. – June 28, 2017

    🙂

  80. Rated 5 out of 5

    April Smith – June 22, 2017

    Loved it

  81. Rated 4 out of 5

    Lindsay O. – June 2, 2017

    This was absolutely FANTASTIC! We had the best time! I had intended to create my own escape room but couldn’t quite figure it out in the time frame I needed… yours will help me tremendously for when I have the time to make my own. It’s not hat but of a deal but there is a wrong answer on your answer sheet key. You’ve put the answer as 7 when it should be 17

  82. Rated 5 out of 5

    Buyer – May 29, 2017

    Excellent resource!

  83. Rated 5 out of 5

    Kristy C. – May 23, 2017

    Love this! I’m excited to use this!

  84. Rated 5 out of 5

    Casie H. – May 18, 2017

    Thank You.

  85. Rated 5 out of 5

    Emily B. – May 16, 2017

    Great product! Thank you!

  86. Rated 5 out of 5

    summer M. – May 9, 2017

    my third graders love cracking the classroom

  87. Rated 5 out of 5

    Laura Dazzle – May 5, 2017

    Buy the bundle, the kids are sure to love them! Very easy to put together with the instructions provided. Thanks!

  88. Rated 5 out of 5

    Buyer – May 3, 2017

    We had SO much fun with this yesterday!! Thank you!

  89. Rated 5 out of 5

    Buyer – May 3, 2017

    I did this with my class this week and the kids LOVED it!!! The instructions on how to put it all together were very clear and simple to follow. It took a little while to get the envelopes set up but it was time well spent. GREAT product!!!

  90. Rated 5 out of 5

    Teaching with My Hands – April 30, 2017

    Fun and easy. I purchased all three of your breakouts. Love them!

  91. Rated 5 out of 5

    Kelly Sponholz – April 25, 2017

    worked perfectly. The students really enjoyed this activity! Thanks!

  92. Rated 5 out of 5

    Bree L. – April 21, 2017

    I did this whole group to show my students the expectations for another one similar to this! Loved it!

  93. Rated 5 out of 5

    Mary Grace T. – April 20, 2017

    They love it. This is quite possibly the most engaging activity I’ve purchased this school year from TpT. Thank you!

  94. Rated 5 out of 5

    Megan Scroggins – April 18, 2017

    Can’t wait to try these! Thanks!

  95. Rated 5 out of 5

    Nicole L. – April 18, 2017

    Love!

  96. Rated 5 out of 5

    Donna Grainger – April 17, 2017

    This will be so much fun for my students during our testing week! Thank you!!

  97. Rated 5 out of 5

    Lauren Campeau – April 15, 2017

    Great activity! I was wondering if you could make a version where we could edit the questions for our weaker students?

  98. Rated 5 out of 5

    Heather M. – April 12, 2017

    I’m so excited to use this with our solar system unit.

  99. Rated 5 out of 5

    Kelleigh McLeod – April 11, 2017

    This was a wonderful resource! Thank you!

  100. Rated 5 out of 5

    Tori Fenton – April 6, 2017

    perfect for finishing off my solar system unit and reviewing ideas

  101. Rated 5 out of 5

    Theresa G. – April 1, 2017

    Had to grab this! What fun!

  102. Rated 5 out of 5

    Melanie N. – March 23, 2017

    Thank you for putting this together!

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