Estimating Sums and Differences Word Problems Scavenger Hunt

Estimating sums and differences word problems for 2nd grade are exciting with this math scavenger hunt activity! With a parade theme, your second graders will estimate 2-digit sums and differences while they search for hidden links and solve the secret message. This NO Prep, easy to use activity is both digital and print. It’s self-checking which means NO grading for you!

➡️ Click the PREVIEW above to take a closer look!

Math skills practiced include:

✅ Estimate the sum of 2-digit numbers word problems

✅ Estimate the difference between 2-digit numbers word problems

⭐️ How it works:

1. Share the parade Google Slides link with students.
2. Students search the scene for hidden links.
3. Hidden links open images with word problems.
4. Students solve the word problems.
5. Students open the linked Google Form to enter answers.
6. When all answers have been entered correctly, the student can submit the form and find the secret message!

Incorrect answers will not allow students to submit, making this activity self-checking!

Printable version:

• Want a printable version instead? The print and go version is included and is easy to use!
• Print and place word problem cards around your room.
• Students solve each problem and record the answer and “secret letter” from the card on their student response sheet.
• After solving all 10 problems, they unscramble the letters to find the Secret Message!

Note: Word problems in digital and printable versions are the same.

Here’s what’s included:

✅ No Prep Google Slides digital activity with 10 linked word problem images and 1 linked self-checking Google Form for inputting answers

✅ Printable version with word problem cards

✅ Teacher guide with Google preloaded links and copy links

✅ Student response sheets

✅ Answer keys

This digital activity is quick and easy to use! Just assign in Google Classroom, Canvas, your LMS or share through Google Drive.

❤️ This resource is perfect for:

• Whole class
• Small math groups
• Independent practice
• Test prep
• Math centers
• Morning work
• Early finishers
• Sub plans
• Intervention
• Enrichment
• Friday fun

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