Mental Math Mystery Picture Reveal: "Make a Tower" Division Strategy

Make a Tower: A Division Strategy Mental Math Mystery Picture Activity Engage your upper elementary or middle school math students with this interactive division strategy activity. The Make a Tower approach breaks down division into more comprehensible steps for visual learners. This mystery picture task encourages critical thinking as students reveal a fun image while practicing an essential math skill. Implement it digitally through Google Classroom or print it for in-person small groups. The detailed teacher instructions allow flexibility to reinforce the strategy or introduce it in a new way. With just basic supplies, this resource turns essential division practice into a can’t-miss lesson for 4th-7th graders. Its creativity transforms a potential struggle into an appealing challenge that builds confidence with core concepts.