Make revising averages fun with this Averages Codebreaker activity, available in two differentiated versions (standard and higher challenge). Students calculate the mean, median, mode and range, then use their answers to decode a hidden joke, adding a playful puzzle element to essential maths practice.
Designed for KS3 Maths, GCSE Foundation, and revision or intervention, this activity builds fluency, supports recall, and keeps learners engaged from start to finish.
Includes:
◆ Standard Codebreaker – perfect for practice or recap
◆Higher-Difficulty Codebreaker – includes decimals, rounding & trickier sets
◆ Fully self-contained letter–answer matching grids
◆ Hidden joke reveal to motivate learners
◆ Full answer sheets for both versions
Why Teachers Love It:
• ✔ Quick to set, easy to mark
• ✔ Great for starters, revision, homework or cover
• ✔ Helps consolidate averages in a fun, low-stakes way
• ✔ Works brilliantly with mixed-ability classes
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