No doubt about it, a good maths game can make learning more enjoyable, which makes learning more ‘sticky’. We like to play this game in restaurants, while waiting for our food. We’ve played it on trains and in doctors’ waiting rooms. It really is a maths game you can play just about anywhere.
The Dice Game
The dice game is a fabulous way to improve mental arithmetic. Specifically, the game involves adding up to 100 in steps of no more than six. It’s a great way to help your child perform simple calculations with speed and it really strengthens number bonds.Read on for simple instructions:
The dice game is so much fun.
Dice Game Instructions
You will need:
1. a die (pictured)
2. A piece of paper and a pen (for keeping track of points)
3. Two or more players
Method:
1. The first player throws the dice and adds up the numbers thrown. The numbers are points.
2. You are aiming to get to 100 BUT if you throw a ONE, you must stop. You don’t get to keep your points if you throw a ONE.
3. You can – and should – decide to stick before you throw a one. Your points are now safe and can be written down.
4. The next player takes their turn.
5. The first player to reach 100 points is the winner
Variations
You can play with two dice, to make the game more challenging.
You can start at 100 and subtract, with the aim of reaching zero.
Supporting your child in maths
Supporting your child in maths can be very rewarding. Sometimes it can be very stressful, especially if you are not confident in your own abilities. Why not get a workbook that’s suitable for your child’s age group (or just beyond it) and work through it on your own? That way you can be confident you will be able to help your child with any homework issues. It will also give you a clear understanding of whichever topics are due to come up over the next school year. You can read more about your child’s programme of study here on this government website.
Maths tuition in Urmston
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