aidemia--modules-lessonstartideas_type	Give a creative idea how to begin a lesson
Which subject	Mathematics
What age group	Year or Grade 6
What topic	Common core math word, problem that the kids have to work through to find a solution
Quantity	1
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Creative Lesson Start: Math Challenge Adventure

Introduction to the Topic

Welcome, young mathematicians! Today, we’re going to embark on an exciting math challenge designed not only to test your problem-solving skills but also to spark your curiosity with word problems. Word problems might seem tricky sometimes, but they are like little puzzles waiting to be solved!

Setting the Scene: A Math Mystery

Imagine you are detectives on a quest to uncover the mystery of "The Missing Snacks." As part of our math adventure today, you will need to use your math skills to find out what happened to the snacks at the school picnic!

The Word Problem

The Missing Snacks

Here’s your case file:

At the school picnic, there were 120 cookies, 75 fruit snacks, and 90 juice boxes set up on a big picnic table. However, after everyone enjoyed their activities, the snacks began to disappear!

• 25 cookies were eaten.
• 40 fruit snacks were taken by the hungry squirrels.
• 30 juice boxes were shared among friends.

Your mission:
Calculate how many of each item is left after all the snacks were taken.

Questions to Consider:

1. How many cookies are left on the table?
2. How many fruit snacks are left after the squirrels' snack attack?
3. How many juice boxes remain after sharing with friends?
4. What is the total number of snacks left on the table?

Let's Solve the Mystery!

Now that you know the details of the case, it's time to put on your detective hats and solve the mystery! Work with your classmates to discuss your strategies and calculations. You'll soon uncover the truth about the missing snacks.

Remember, math can be a fun adventure! Let’s start solving!