Using Probability To Solve Math Mysteries

During this class time, we will solve math mysteries that I adapted to fit basic skills of finding probability, from the book 65 Short Mysteries You Solve with Math! By: Eric Yoder and Natalie Yoder. 

I will give a brief overview of how to find the probability of an event before we begin. It is best if your child has been learning or has learned this concept prior to the class. The class is meant to be a fun, social way of practicing math skills. It also shows students some real-life application of the skills.

The first mystery is: Role of the Dice
In this mystery students will be expected to:
    -Take notes while the mystery is being read  
    -Decide what information is important to solve (with help from the group)
    -Find the probability of the given situation

The Second mystery is: Luck of the Draw
In this mystery students will be expected to:
    -Take notes while the mystery is being read
    -Decide what information is important to solve (with help from the group)
    -Use skills to find the probability of different events!


There will be no homework. The class is designed to be a fun way for students to keep their problem-solving skills active during the holiday season.