Sharpen your math skills with this game where you must figure out the hidden math calculation in 6 guesses.  There are six blank squares.  You are given a numerical answer.  Your job is to plug in numbers and use the addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division symbols to figure out the equation that equals the answer.  

Use your problem solving skills to select three different trains to complete a subway route to carry you from point A to point B.  You get six chances to guess the correct route.  There is one free puzzle per day.

     The object of Triple Play is to make an equilateral triangle on the game board by capturing three numbers that are its vertices.  Students must use their addition and multiplication skills to add or multiply the numbers to create their equilateral triangle.  A great way to review addition, multiplication, and basic Geometry.

     To open the activity, click the Target Number picture to the right.  The presentation will open as a PowerPoint.  Make a copy of the presentation by 1) clicking File, 2) selecting Create a Copy, and 3) Download from the dropdown menu.  If you do not make a copy for yourself, the presentation will not work correctly.

     Click the video to the left to watch a brief tutorial explaining how the rules of Triple Play.