Description

Getting students to stay engaged while practicing solving systems of equations can feel like an uphill battle, especially when they hit the repetitive grind of substitution and elimination problems. This self-checking digital activity wraps rigorous algebra practice in a high-interest mystery challenge that keeps students motivated from start to finish.

📋 WHAT’S INCLUDED

• 12 self-checking digital problems in an interactive million-dollar mystery format
• Practice with systems of equations by substitution and systems of equations by elimination (linear combination)
• Google Sheets and Microsoft Excel versions included for flexible assigning
• Built-in feedback that prompts students to retry incorrect answers and rewards correct ones with progress
• Step-by-step directions for assigning through Google Drive or Microsoft Teams

💛 WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT

This activity is completely no-prep, so you can assign it as classwork, homework, independent practice, or test review without any extra setup or grading on your end. Students get immediate feedback as they work, which builds confidence and encourages them to keep going even when a problem feels tricky. The game-like mystery format is especially great for engaging reluctant learners who tune out traditional practice. It works beautifully for Algebra 1 and Algebra 2 students in grades 8 through 11.

📄 FILE FORMAT

This resource is delivered as a zip folder containing a PDF with a Google Sheets link and a Microsoft Excel file (compatible with the latest version of Excel desktop app).

⭐ Add to cart today to help your students master solving systems of equations with confidence!