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Math Games
Math Games
Games are a fun way to get students using and thinking about numbers. Here are some simple games that require very little equipment.
Watch Your Step!
This is a fun dice game we use in grades 2 - 4.
To play you'll need:
The rules and board - Download here.
A pawn for each player
Paper and pencil to keep score
One or two regular dice, depending on the version you want to play
Flip the Cards
(or Smash the Bugs)
This simple dice game is based on the game Shut the Box. It can be used with younger students as long as they can count or add small numbers.
To play you'll need:
The rules and cards - Download here.
Paper and pencil to keep score
Two regular dice
Games From Other Sites
Games From Other Sites
This website has many excellent free math games. Be sure to check out these two, that use a deck of cards:
You can also find great math games and activities for 3rd and 4th graders at YouCubed. Here's a fun example we use.
And here is a document with several games/activities that use a deck of cards. These are best played with an adult or an older child to help younger learners.
Other Resources
Other Resources
These links will take you to many sites and activities for math.
Holiday Games for 2022
Holiday Games for 2022
A group of 2nd graders created some games during WIN time, so you can enjoy them over the holidays! There are two versions.
How to Play - These rules are the same no matter which cards you print.
Winter Wonderland - This version highlights different snowy experiences.
The Holiday Game Cards - This version has different holidays on each card.
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