From Denise:
The May “Let’s Play Math” newsletter went out Monday morning to everyone who signed up for Tabletop Academy Press math updates. This month’s issue focuses on math games for all ages. What fun!
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Math Snack: Two Math Games
Playful, no-preparation math activities for all agesMath games pump up mental muscle, reduce the fear of failure, and develop a positive attitude toward mathematics. Through playful interaction, games strengthen a child’s intuitive understanding of numbers and build problem-solving strategies. Mastering a math game can be hard work, but kids do it willingly because it is fun.
The easiest no-prep strategy game for all ages is the finger game Chopsticks. You don’t need any equipment, so it’s a great game to keep in mind for when you and your kids are stuck in a line or waiting room. Math concepts: counting up to five, thinking ahead.
And one of my all-time favorite games is…
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