Math is a tough subject. How do you make it fun in the classroom or at home? Some kids learn Math concepts with songs, outdoor experiences, real world scenarios, or with games! My boys LOVE to challenge each other through making their own games for Math. I actually have to stop them from doing it because I get tired of hearing them solving Math problems.
For as much as they love Mathletics they still have to compete like typical brothers do. At least they choose to do the challenges based on their smartness level. I also encourage them to compete in the stores to see who can see how much we're up to or how much we're going to save.
Here's a list of math games, including board games, printable games, and DIY games.
Multiplication Practice Paperfolding by Kids Activities Blog – By simply folding some paper into cootie catchers, you can actually create an informative math game for students focusing on anything from addition to fractions.
Math Wall Stickers (Reusable!) – Play with math on the walls! This set of reusable wall decals are a great way to turn math into an interactive experience. Play Simon Says with math on the wall! “Simon says show one half.” Love it!!
3D Lego Multiplication Graph via Frugal Fun for Boys – We love Lego, but did you know because of their shape they are great tools for multiplication? This graph will help kids visualize multiplication in three dimensions.
Numbers & Counting Quiet Cubes Game – This game designed for ages 4-7 uses dice rolls to help teach ABCs, counting and basic addition. The best part is the foam dice are designed to be super duper quiet for a truly peaceful learning experience!
Math Explosion Volcano Game – With this fascinating game, players are able to customize math facts with a math fact creator so that players of all ages can play for many years to come. Be the first player to explode the volcano by getting your math facts correct!
Connect Four Bingo Game – Everyone loves Bingo, and when you can take a game that’s already fun and turn it into something educational everyone wins. Children will be paying close attention so they can be the first to exclaim BINGO!
Aliens on Vacation multiplication game by Deceptively Educational – This printable board game requires a little setup, but it provides children with a chance to put their math skills to the test to get their alien home from vacation.
Factors and Multiples Games – Play Monster Mash! A game that helps students understand greatest common factors and lowest common multiples.
Crazy Daisy Multiplication via Deceptively Educational- Looking for something a little more cute? The Crazy Daisy Multiplication printable math game will help kids visualize solutions as they color in a crazy daisy.
Whack It! Place Value Math Game – It’s no secret that kids love any game where they can get a little bit physical and give things a good whack, so why not teach math at the same time? This game helps with place values, but can be adjusted for other lessons.
Cool! These will come in handy down the road for us. 🙂
I hope you saved them on your Pinterest account or some other way so that you can refer to them again.
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We love Even Steven Odd as our fun math game. The kids love games, parents not so much. 🙂 Thanks for sharing I will be checking these out!
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That is a fun game for sure. Thank you for sharing your experience with it too.
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These sure do make learning math fun. And by the way Crystal, I love your new blog! #ProductReviewParty
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I am glad that you found some good ideas to make Math more fun here.
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These look like fun games to play at home or probably in the classroom. My kids would enjoy these math games, the fly swatter one especially. That’s cute!
Thank you for sharing your ideas at the #HomeMattersParty this week.
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Any games that can be played for educational purposes is worth trying in my book.
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I love when teaching moments can be fun!! What a great idea. 🙂 #HomeMattersParty
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I do too. 😉
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Looks like such a fun game. Great to making learning fun! #HomeMattersParty
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It’s always fun to find ways to make education fun.
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YES! I am a big believer in learning with games. When my kids were little, we loved to do math with little manipulatives and even mini M&Ms. Addition and subtraction with mini M&Ms was fun, even for me! I miss those early homeschooling years. #HomeMattersParty
It sounds like you love homeschooling your kids as much as I do. It’s a big journey, but one well worth doing.
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These look fun. Will have to share with my friend. #HomeMattersParty
I hope that they enjoy these ideas. Thank you for sharing.
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Crystal, I’m for anything that will make math fun for kids. Of course, my husband who is a former public school math teacher thinks math is plenty fun all on its own! 😀 (Check my response to your chocolate cake comment; frosting.)
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I believe my boy will grow up continuing to love Math too. It’s always nice having a Math teacher in the family.
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Also, thank you for the frosting share too.
I think my kids would like the connect 4 BINGO game. We love both games at home. I actually need to purchase new board games for us at home. I’ll look into your ideas! #HomeMattersParty
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Those are some great game choices. I hope you find new games worth adding to your collection.
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