Mystery Picture

Worksheet Description

This worksheet is a number-based puzzle that features a grid filled with various numbers. The instructions indicate that the student should shade in all the instances of the number 8 within the grid. Completing this task will reveal a mystery picture, which is formed by the pattern of the shaded number 8s. At the bottom of the worksheet, there’s a section titled “How Did You Do?” with three smiley faces, allowing students to self-assess their enjoyment or success with the activity.

The primary goal of this worksheet is to strengthen number recognition skills, specifically the identification of the number 8 among a range of other numbers. It also serves to enhance the student’s attention to detail and concentration, as they must carefully search for all the occurrences of the number 8. The process of shading the correct numbers to reveal a hidden image adds an element of surprise and motivation to the task. Additionally, the self-assessment portion at the end encourages students to reflect on their own learning and effort.