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Jesse Owens Track & Field Star | Middle School Math Review Activity & Slides

The math clues in this Mystery Year review puzzle involve division of multi-digit numbers, solving equations, and applying divisibility rules for 3 and 5. The context is the record-setting performances of track-and-field star Jesse Owens. This engaging puzzle is great for middle school students to use at any time.

Your Purchase Includes Print & Digital Options:

1-page printable puzzle with 1-page answer key
2 pages of Teacher Notes including step-by-step solutions, optional extensions, and a variety of professional development support
15-page PowerPoint file including the introduction and clues from the student page, plus answer screens, two Extensions, Historical Notes, and Quotes. This PPT file can be uploaded as Google Slides. (You don't need to own PowerPoint.)