I was recently introduced to a company called Mango Math. I was intrigued by the company, because they sell age appropriate math games that are aligned to the Common Core, as well as NCTM Standards. So when they asked if I would review their products, I gladly accepted! I received two games for this Mango Math product review, and so I will be sharing my thoughts on these games, as well as the company in general. *Please Note: I received these Keep Reading...
DIY Mancala Game Board! {Learning Math Through Play!}
Have you ever played the game Mancala? Growing up, this was definitely a favorite at our house, and I can remember playing it over and over again! And while you can certainly buy a nice, wood folding Mancala game board, why not just create your own? Let the kids get involved and then take turns playing this fun game! To create this simple DIY Mancala Game, all you need are a few items from around the house! *Please Note: Some of the links in Keep Reading...
Math Twister! {A Fun Indoor Math Game!}
I don't know about you, but we have seen an inordinate amount of rain around here! And while it has been great for the trees and the flowers, it has not been quite as great for these stir crazy kids! Not to worry, though, because I came up with a math game that kept them busy AND wore them out, all while practicing important math facts! *Please Note: Some of the links in this post are affiliate links and help support the work of this site. Keep Reading...
3D Shapes Teaching Resources!
If you have upper elementary or middle school students, you will want to check out some of these 3D shapes resources! There's a lot to learn when it comes to 3D shapes, so hopefully this list of lessons, activities and games will get you started! A fun way to introduce shapes to kids of any age (my kids have made these, at ages 4-5) is to build the shapes using their nets! This free nets printable pack includes nets for 8 different Keep Reading...
The 20+ BEST Math Card Games
A great way to engage kids who would otherwise loathe math practice (and also just a fun way for anyone to review important skills!) is to play a game. My son has a hard time getting motivated to do school work, but he is always more excited and engaged when I turn whatever we're doing into a game. Here you will find some of my favorite math card games, organized by topic! *Please Note: Some of the links in this post are affiliate links and Keep Reading...
Weekly Math Freebie Round Up!
Welcome to the weekly round up of math teaching freebies here at Math Geek Mama! Every week, I try to share the best FREE lessons, games and more to help you make math fun and engaging! I hope you find something useful! :) Kindergarten-2nd: I love this combination of math and literacy from This Reading Mama! This mystery letter activity is great for reading and recognizing large numbers! I wrote earlier this week about how Keep Reading...
Pyramid: Fun and Easy Math Card Game!
What kid doesn't love to play games? Any time you can turn math practice into a fun, engaging and competitive game is a win! Especially when all you need to play that game is a regular deck of playing cards! :) This math card game to make ten is fun and simple! *Please Note: Some of the links in this post are affiliate links and help support the work of this site. Read our full disclosure policy here.* I read about this game recently in the Keep Reading...
Weekly Math Freebie Round Up!
Welcome to the weekly math freebie round up here at Math Geek Mama! Every week I share the best math teaching resources, always FREE! Hope you find something useful! :) Kindergarten-2nd: Want a fun and easy way for your kids to practice telling time? Try this super easy print and play game from The Measured Mom! {I actually used this just yesterday at my Summer Math Camp and it was a hit! More details coming soon!} Perfect for summer, Keep Reading...
3D Shapes Activity Pack! {FREE Download!}
One of the most important geometry topics covered in middle school math is three-dimensional shapes and their nets. There's a lot to learn regarding 3D shapes-vocabulary, measurements, angles, surface area and volume, etc. But it has to start with a basic understanding of the different shapes, and what makes them different from each other, as well as two-dimensional shapes. If you'd like to start by creating these (and more) shapes with your Keep Reading...
Weekly Math Freebie Round Up!
Happy 4th of July and welcome to the weekly round up of some of the best math teaching resources around the web! I try to find games, activities and teaching resources that will make math fun and engaging, no matter what grade you teach! I hope you find something useful! Kindergarten-2nd: I love this cute activity form Primary Inspiration to work on sums of ten! It's easy to put together and could be used for lots of things! Count Keep Reading...
