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Fun Math Challenges
Fun Math Challenges
Directions: Click any of the links (in blue) below and follow the directions to complete challenges.
1. Open Middle
Directions: Choose any of the challenges listed and attempt to solve. There is typically more than
one correct answer. Come up with as many solutions as you can. You are encouraged to view the
comment section for other solutions.
5. 3 Act Lessons
Directions: Look at the column that says “Standard 1” and choose any lesson that starts with a “5”
(for example: 5.NF.6 or 5.MD.3). If you want an even greater challenger, choose any lesson that
starts with a “6” or “7.” Watch the video and follow the directions, going one “act” at a time.
7. Estimation 180
Directions: First, watch the introductory video for specific instructions and complete your own
scavenger hunt. Afterwards, choose any of the images at the bottom to begin your estimations.
Type your responses in the boxes to the right. Then, click “answer” to see how close you were.
9. eMath Instruction
Directions: Select whichever unit interests you the most. Then, you may download PDFs to solve
the problems and watch the videos that support the problems.
10. Play HEX online
Directions: This is a math game that is played every year at Math Field Day. You can play online
using the link above. If you need help with directions, strategies, or game boards to print out, click
on this link HEX Directions
11. Geogebra
Directions: Select any math activity from the list and complete. There are many great tangrams and
similar puzzles to choose from.