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4th Grade Math Mystery Worksheets

These free, printable 4th-grade math mystery worksheets turn arithmetic into a whodunit: your child solves rounding, multi-digit addition and subtraction, and multiplication and division facts to decode clues and catch the culprit. Every case is verified to have exactly one solution, works on screen or printed, and is free with no login. Make one now →

20 4th grade cases to print

Click any case to solve online or print the PDF + answer key.

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FAQ

Are these 4th grade math mysteries free to print?
Yes — free to solve online and free to download as a printable PDF, with a built-in answer key and no login.
How does a math mystery work?
Kids solve math problems to decode clues, then use the clues to cross suspects off a grid until one culprit remains. The math is the key; the mystery is the motivation.
Can I make a new 4th grade case?
Yes. Generate a brand-new mystery in about a minute — pick the grade, reading level, and interests, and it's verified to have exactly one solution before you print it.

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