A Fun & Academic Way to Announce Your Pregnancy to Students (Secret Message Math Activity)
- Nicole @ The Joyful Teaching Spot
- 11 minutes ago
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First Day of School -> Last Day of School
When I was ready to share my pregnancy news with my 5th graders, I wanted the moment to feel special, fun, and still connected to learning. I was announcing the week before Winter Break, so I knew my students would be extra excited—and I needed an activity that kept them engaged academically while creating a memorable surprise.
Because my class had such a wide range of math levels (everything from single-digit addition to multi digit division), I didn’t want students finishing at completely different times and accidentally shouting out the secret. I needed an activity every student could work on independently and successfully.
This Secret Message Math Worksheet is a differentiated “crack the code” activity where the final message reveals:“My teacher is having a baby!”
How I Used the Secret Message Activity in My Classroom
On the day I told them, I printed out the math pages and wrote each student’s name on the version that matched their math level. When I passed them out, I told the class:
“You’ll be working independently and silently on this math game. When you solve the problems, you’ll uncover a secret message. Please don’t shout it out—let everyone discover it on their own!”
The room was silent as my students dug into their problems, filling in letters as they went, so excited to crack the code. One by one, their heads bolted up in surprise and excitement as they uncovered the message. It was such a sweet, joyful moment and a memory I’ll never forget.
Why This Secret Message Activity Works So Well
Every student gets the same level of excitement and success—no matter their math level. The differentiated options allow you to choose the perfect worksheet for each learner so everyone can participate without feeling overwhelmed or finishing too quickly.
This makes it perfect for: Kindergarten, 1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade and the varying math levels within your grade level.
It’s a low-prep, high-engagement way to share your pregnancy news in a meaningful, classroom-friendly way.
What’s Included in the Resource
There are 12 differentiated math worksheet options, covering addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division at various levels:
Addition
Addition within 20
Addition within 100
2 & 3 digit addition
Subtraction
Subtraction within 20
Subtraction within 100
2 & 3 digit subtraction
Multiplication
Multiplication facts
1 & 2 digit multiplication
2 digit multiplication
Division
1 & 2 digit division
2 & 3 digit division
Whether you teach early elementary or upper grades, your students can each work at their level while still discovering the same message.
Ready to Share Your Pregnancy With Your Class?
If you’re looking for a fun, academic, and unforgettable way to make your pregnancy announcement to your students, this Secret Message Math Worksheet is truly the perfect fit.
You can grab the activity with all 12 differentiated levels here:
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