If there is one skill that virtually all kids could use greater fluency, confidence and understanding of, it would probably be the multiplication facts. Even for kids who understand multiplication and feel confident, they would likely still benefit from extra practice and review. A quick search of my website will bring up dozens of fun and engaging ways to practice multiplication, from hands on models to printable board games to card games. And Keep Reading...
Earth Day Math Games for Kids {FREE!}
Looking for a fun, Earth Day-themed math game to provide some easy, low-prep skills practice? This simple set of Earth Day Math Games includes a variety of levels and operations for kids. Want to include a fun Earth Day celebration with your kids on April 22? Take a break from your typical math routine with a simple and low-prep Earth Day math game. This set of board games requires no prep on your part: just print and play! And with the Keep Reading...
{FREE} Problem Solving Challenges based on “The Grapes of Math”
Want to encourage meaningful math talk and problem solving? Try these playful problem solving challenges based on the book The Grapes of Math by Greg Tang! One of my favorite books is the New York Times Bestseller, The Grapes Of Math by Greg Tang. This hilarious and interactive tale invites students to think outside the box to tackle wacky math riddles. Each challenge encourages new ways to see quantities and count objects. It invites kids to Keep Reading...
{FREE} Multiply by Multiples of 10 Grid Challenges
Could your kids use some practice with multiplying large numbers? These fun grids provide a great visual and kids will love the challenge of this set to multiply by multiples of 10. Sometimes it is fun to get in some math work with low prep practice that includes a little bit of logic involved. This simple set will help kids see how to multiply by multiples of ten, but with a fun little twist. Because who wants to do a boring worksheet? Keep Reading...
{FREE} Multiplication Four in a Row Game to Learn Facts
Normally over the summer, I'm really good about keeping my children involved in some type of learning activities. We may play math games, do computer work, or print off a few activities. This summer though, we were moving and many activities fell through the cracks. Well, we finally go moved, set a schoolroom, and life is back to normal...well as normal as life can be with four kids. But the beginning of this school year has been a little more Keep Reading...
20+ Unique Skip Counting Activities Kids Will Adore
One of the earliest math skills kids learn is to count. It's such a joy to witness too, as kids joyfully and excitedly count literally all.the.things. But what comes after counting? Well, lots of things, but today I want to focus particularly on skip counting. What is skip counting? It's counting by skipping some of the numbers. For example, counting by 2 means skipping every other number: 2, 4, 6, 8, etc. But why does this matter? This is an Keep Reading...
{FREE} Multiplication Facts Worksheets for Kids
One of the biggest concerns I hear from parents and teachers alike is, "My kids just don't know their multiplication facts." I get it! Learning all the multiplication facts from 1-12 is no small task and if you're trying to help your child or students learn them, it can feel like banging your head on a brick wall at times. If that's you, I'd encourage you to begin by building a solid understanding of what multiplication is and what it represents. Keep Reading...
{FREE} Multiplication Equation Search: Unique Challenge for Kids
As I finish up third grade with one of my kids, we're spending a little time daily working through and practicing multiplication facts. I want this fun though, not boring and monotonous! Sometimes we play a fun multiplication card game like this one, and other times I give them independent practice. I created this set of multiplication games for 3rd grade as a low-prep but engaging way to practice multiplication. These games are similar to word Keep Reading...
{FREE} Valentine’s Day Math Puzzles for Kids
Looking for a cute and simple way to review math skills while celebrating Valentine's Day? Today I'm sharing a fun way to help kids practice skip counting. These Valentine's Day math puzzles will challenge kids to practice skip counting while creating a fun math craft at the same time. Plus, it's great fine motor practice for younger ones who still need some work with scissor skills! Read on to see all the details and grab the free set of Keep Reading...
Double Digit Multiplication Practice: FREE Board Games
My children are so excited about Christmas. It actually started before Thanksgiving, since I try to get a feel for what they're wanting. (With a large family, I can't buy all our Christmas presents in one month!) This excitement has only continued as we've put up our tree, wrapped presents, and consumed all the sugar. (So much sugar this time of year!) Despite all the enthusiasm over this festive time of year, we still have some learning that Keep Reading...
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