Masquerade Mysteries

This engaging riddle-based worksheet supports students in Grades 3, 4, and 5 as they explore key Mardi Gras symbols through poetic clues and problem-solving. By reading figurative descriptions of masks, beads, floats, and other festive elements, learners practice inference, vocabulary recognition, and reading comprehension while building cultural understanding in a playful, puzzle-style format.

Learning Goals

• Vocabulary and Inferencing (Grades 3-5) – Encourages students to use descriptive clues and word meaning to identify correct answers.
• Reading Figurative Language – Helps learners interpret imagery and nonliteral language within short riddles.
• Critical Thinking – Develops reasoning skills as students analyze clues and draw logical conclusions.
• Cultural Symbols and Customs – Introduces important Mardi Gras traditions in an accessible and memorable way.

Instructional Benefits

• Teacher-Created Resource – Designed by educators to align with elementary ELA and social studies standards.
• High-Engagement Format – Riddles and puzzles motivate participation and curiosity.
• Cross-Curricular Learning – Combines literacy skills with cultural studies and celebration symbolism.
• Flexible Use – Ideal for centers, early finishers, enrichment activities, review lessons, or homeschool instruction.

This printable worksheet helps students strengthen reading comprehension and inference skills while learning about cultural traditions through play. By solving riddles tied to Mardi Gras symbols, learners build vocabulary, critical thinking, and cultural awareness. Whether used in a classroom or homeschool setting, this activity offers meaningful practice in interpreting language, thinking creatively, and exploring celebration customs.

This worksheet is part of our Mardi Gras collection.