Make math meaningful and fun this November with these Thanksgiving-themed Multiplication Riddles for 4th grade. Students solve each multiplication problem and use a code chart to reveal the answer to a festive riddle, including favorites like “What smells the best every Thanksgiving dinner?”, “I’m always on the Thanksgiving table, but you don’t get to eat me”, and “First, you throw away the outside and then cook the inside… What am I?”

This low-prep activity is perfect for early finishers, small groups, math centers, or a fun Thanksgiving classroom day while still providing strong division practice.

This activity is perfect for early finishers, small-group work, or a quick, no-prep math center during a classroom party or fall-themed day.

✨ What’s Included:

5 engaging multiplication riddle with increasing difficulty (Levels 1–5)

Example problem on the first worksheet to model how to solve and match answers

Answer keys for every riddle — making it extra easy for teachers to check quickly

BONUS enrichment page where students can create their own riddle!

🍁 Perfect for:

✅ Partner or team activities

✅ Fast finishers or sub plans

✅ Fun fall Fridays or classroom parties

Your students will love solving the riddles — and you’ll love how simple it is to use!

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