Trailhead Missions

Welcome to your first mathematical adventure! Trailhead Missions are perfect for beginners taking their first steps into the exciting world of problem-solving.

Your Starting Point

These foundational missions introduce core mathematical concepts through fun, real-world scenarios. You’ll encounter friendly characters, familiar situations, and engaging puzzles that make learning both entertaining and practical.

What You'll Discover

Each Trailhead Mission helps you:

  • Master basic arithmetic through everyday scenarios like shopping and cooking
  • Explore fascinating patterns in nature and daily life
  • Solve colorful logic puzzles that sharpen your thinking
  • Learn measurement by working with real objects and spaces
  • Build confidence through gradually increasing challenges

Perfect For

Trailhead Missions are ideal for:

  • Beginning problem-solvers ready to explore mathematics
  • Learners who enjoy hands-on, practical challenges
  • Anyone wanting to build a strong mathematical foundation
  • Parents and mentors looking to guide others through mathematical discovery

Get Started

Choose your first mission below and begin your mathematical journey! Each challenge comes with clear instructions, helpful hints, and detailed solutions to support your learning adventure.

Remember: Every mathematical explorer started as a trailblazer. Your path to discovery begins here!

Your Missions

Walter's Weekly Hobbies

Skill: Deductive reasoning and sequential thinking

Activity: Determine Walter’s daily hobbies based on given clues

Goal: Enhance problem-solving and logical deduction abilities

Apple Orchard Adventure

Skill: Arithmetic and pattern recognition

Activity: Solve multi-step problems involving apple picking

Goal: Develop critical thinking and practical math application

Colorful Art Class

Skill: Data management and arithmetic operations

Activity: Analyze and interpret data related to art supplies

Goal: Apply math concepts to real-world scenarios

Color-Coded Cipher

Skill: Cryptography and pattern recognition

Activity: Encode and decode messages using color-based ciphers

Goal: Introduce basic cryptography and enhance problem-solving

Feeding the Fish

Skill: Data analysis and proportional reasoning

Activity: Calculate feeding schedules and amounts for fish

Goal: Apply math in practical, everyday contexts

Garrett's Garden Planters

Skill: Time calculation and multiplication

Activity: Plan and calculate time for building garden planters

Goal: Develop logical thinking and task visualization

Carnival Prize Chances

Skill: Data analysis and probability

Activity: Determine probabilities of winning carnival games

Goal: Understand and apply basic probability concepts

Mystery Number Puzzle

Skill: Number sense and logical reasoning

Activity: Solve puzzles to identify mystery numbers

Goal: Enhance algebraic thinking and problem-solving skills

Running Routine

Skill: Algebra and data analysis

Activity: Analyze running schedules and distances

Goal: Apply mathematical reasoning to real-life activities

Library Book Fair Sales

Skill: Data analysis and interpretation

Activity: Evaluate sales data from a book fair

Goal: Develop analytical skills in a practical context

Fruit Basket Count

Skill: Data management and basic algebra

Activity: Calculate quantities of fruits in baskets

Goal: Enhance number sense and problem-solving abilities

Basketball Practice

Skill: Algebra and number sense

Activity: Plan and analyze basketball practice sessions

Goal: Apply math to sports and daily routines

Fruit Weight Balance

Skill: Algebra and logic

Activity: Balance scales using different fruit weights

Goal: Introduce algebraic concepts in a tangible way

Calculating Average Test Scores

Skill: Data analysis and arithmetic

Activity: Compute average scores from test results

Goal: Understand and apply statistical concepts

Pet Sitting Savings

Skill: Algebra and financial literacy

Activity: Calculate earnings and savings from pet sitting

Goal: Introduce financial concepts through math

Maya's School Commute

Skill: Measurement and number sense

Activity: Analyze distances and times for school commutes

Goal: Apply math to everyday life scenarios

Arranging Tiles into Rectangles

Skill: Geometry and number sense

Activity: Form rectangles using a given number of tiles

Goal: Explore factors and geometric concepts

Adventure Race Challenge

Skill: Measurement and unit conversion

Activity: Plan and calculate distances in a race

Goal: Develop practical math skills in real-world contexts

Fruity Proportions

Skill: Proportions and algebra

Activity: Solve problems involving fruit quantities

Goal: Enhance reasoning and problem-solving skills

Ferris Wheel Fun

Skill: Multiplication, division, and time calculation

Activity: Analyze ride times and schedules

Goal: Apply arithmetic to amusement park scenarios

Miniature Golf Course Design

Skill: Measurement and geometry

Activity: Plan and design a miniature golf course

Goal: Integrate math concepts in creative design

Filling the Community Pool

Skill: Arithmetic operations and time calculation

Activity: Calculate time and resources to fill a pool

Goal: Apply math to community planning tasks

Community Center Design

Skill: Geometry and measurement

Activity: Design layouts for a community center

Goal: Utilize math in architectural planning

The Candy Jar Challenge

Skill: Arithmetic and pattern recognition

Activity: Distribute candies based on specific patterns

Goal: Recognize and apply numerical patterns

Bookstore Inventory Tracking

Skill: Arithmetic operations and data analysis

Activity: Manage and analyze bookstore inventory data

Goal: Understand math in business operations

Patterned Piggy Bank

Skill: Number sense and financial literacy

Activity: Identify savings patterns in a piggy bank

Goal: Introduce financial concepts through pattern recognition

Classroom Library Puzzle

Skill: Algebra and logic

Activity: Organize books based on specific criteria

Goal: Develop logical reasoning in organizing data

Community Garden Planning

Skill: Geometry and measurement

Activity: Plan and layout a community garden

Goal: Apply math to environmental design