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Build fluency in math facts with this fun bug-catching game! Featuring a hungry frog, this game encourages students to practice addition and subtraction within 10.

How do you play? You need to help the frog catch the bugs by moving him along the number line to where the bug is. Count forward or backward to see how many spaces are between the frog and the bug. Then, determine which equation displays the operation that will move the frog to the correct spot. If you answer correctly, the frog will enjoy a yummy meal. If you answer incorrectly, the bug will fly away and return to a different spot on the number line. Don't let the frog go hungry!

This game helps build number sense. Plus, young students build fluency with basic math facts related to addition and subtraction within 10. The number line also provides students with a concrete tool, reinforcing counting and cardinality.

The bug catcher math fluency game is perfect for indoor recess, as a math station, or for early finishers. Challenge your students to see how many bugs they can catch!

Visit classplayground.com for more information and printables related to number lines, addition, and subtraction.

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Welcome to the Digital Darts Game

Each turn you have 30 seconds to throw three darts. You then have to add up your scores, type in the total then subtract that total from your score.

The first player to reduce their score to zero is the winner.

Number of players:

Congratulations

You can claim a trophy for winning this game.

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23/11/17 - new version added. This version is tablet friendly and can be played directly on any device.

Drag the flag to the correct position on a number line. Lots of choice over level, including whole numbers, negative number and decimals. Can be used to teach place value, approximation skills, and reading varying scales.

Choose one type of number line or for more of a challenge you can select several. Work quickly to get more time, build your score and climb up the leaderboard.
For more resources involving partitioning and place value click here.
Scan to open this game on a mobile device. Right-click to copy and paste it onto a homework sheet.

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Placing Numbers on a Number Line - Tablet Version

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Drag the arrow to the correct point on a number line. Lots of choice over level, inculding whole numbers, negative number, decimals, fraction and multiples.

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Go Maths

Learning and understanding Mathematics, at every level, requires learner engagement. Mathematics is not a spectator sport. Sometimes traditional teaching fails to actively involve students. One way to address the problem is through the use of interactive activities and this web site provides many of those. The Go Maths page is an alphabetical list of free activities designed for students in Secondary/High school.

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Time Punch Instructions
Click the correct digital clock that matches the analog clock in the center. Click as many as possible before 5 minutes (300 seconds) runs out. If you click incorrectly you lose a possible digital clock spot.

Or copy and share the URL

https://www.hoodamath.com/games/timepunch.html

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Calculation Balance - 5-10 year olds - Topmarks

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Can you balance the scale? Put your addition cap on and give it a try! All you have to do is find the missing addend to make the scale balance perfectly.

You can adjust the addition scale game to your level. Simply tap the "min" button to choose the minimum sum and the "max" to select the maximum sum. For example, if students are working on building fluency while adding within 10, set the "min" at 1 and the "max" at 10. Then it's time to play.

Select the addend that belongs where the question mark is from the five options and drag it to the scale. If you're correct, the scale will balance and you'll earn a point for your "Correct" score at the top right-hand side of the screen. If you're wrong, you'll see the correct answer and a point will be added to the "incorrect" score. See how many correct answers you can get!

This online addition game builds a deep understanding of addition! To play, students have to add the addends of the left side to determine the total. Then, they have to figure out the missing addend on the scale's right side to achieve the same sum as the left side. It involves many steps! This online addition game also builds algebraic thinking. Assign it as individual work in class, as homework, or during indoor recess!

Visit classplayground.com for more addition activities and printables.

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This online addition game helps students build fluency in addition and develop algebraic thinking skills. Try it, it's free!

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Heavy or Light - Units of Measurement Game | Turtle Diary

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QR CODE

Scan this on mobiles and tablets to quickly open this web page.

Symmetry Matching is a maths game which involves mirroring an image along a line of symmetry. Options include pictures, shapes and randomly generated patterns.

The pictures and patterns have vertical lines of symmetry while the shapes include both vertical and horizontal lines of symmetry. The randomly generated patterns is the most difficult option.

For further practise on symmetry you can try our Symmetry Sorting game.

AGE

4-8 Years

SUBJECTS

Maths Shapes Symmetry

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Symmetry Matching - Reflective Symmetry Game

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Symmetry Sorting involves sorting pictures, shapes and letters into symmetrical and non-symmetrical sets. The games are not timed, providing a great opportunity for you to practise at your own pace. Questions are randomly generated on the conveyor each time the game is loaded.

The pictures have vertical lines of symmetry while the shapes and letters include both vertical and horizontal lines of symmetry. For further practise on symmetry try our Symmetry Matching game.

AGE

6-8 Years

SUBJECTS

Maths Shapes Symmetry

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Symmetry Sorting Game - Sort symmetrical and non-symmetrical images

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Symmetry Sorting is a tablet-friendly maths game where children sort symmetrical and non-symmetrical images which include objects, shapes and letters.

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Ladybird Spots - Counting, Matching and Ordering game

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Three fun counting, matching and ordering numbers games can help early years children learn to count objects and recognise numbers 1 to 10 and also number words to 10.

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It's a race against the clock to answer 30 questions.

What are you waiting for? Quickly answer the questions below. This is level 1: Addition of single digit numbers. You can earn a trophy if you get at least 25 answers correct and you do this activity online at www.transum.org/go/?to=beat .

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Level 1 - Addition of single digit numbers

Level 2 - Subtraction of numbers less than 20

Level 3 - Addition and subtraction of numbers less than 30

Level 4 - Multiplication facts up to twelve times twelve

Level 5 - Division facts in tables up to twelve.

Level 6 - Mixed Multiplication and Division

Level 7 - All four operations, two terms

Level 8 - All four operations, two terms, harder

Level 9 - All four operations, three terms

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Shark Numbers - ICT Games

A place value game using Diennes blocks

Choose a level of difficulty.

Then look at the hundreds, tens and ones to work out the number shown.

Select the bubble showing the number.

If you are right you'll see the dolphin leap over your boat.

If you get it wrong then the shark will take a bite out of your boat.

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Counting Caterpillar

Counting Caterpillar is a mobile friendly number ordering game, suitable for 4 to 7 years olds.
Practise ordering consecutive and non-consecutve numbers (numbers not next to one another). Use your knowledge of place value to put numbers in the correct order from the smallest to the largest.

Step 1: Choose a minimum number.
Step 2: Choose a maximum number.

The small sliders give you a smaller number range, suitable for 4-6 year olds, whilst the larger sliders give you an option to play with numbers up to 9000, (more suited to 6-8 year olds).

If you want to use consecutve numbers you can take the tick out of the red check box, (this can be especially useful if you want to order numbers through the 100s barrier, e.g. 198-202).

Step 3: Press 'go'.

Then drag the leaf buds onto the branch in the correct order. A correctly completed branch will encourage a caterpillar to eat your leaves and transform into a butterfly!

Those of you with eagle eyes might spot the butterfly's bedtime reading, 'Butterfly Basics'.

This game is © copyright 1999-2020, J.Barrett, ictgames.com All Rights Reserved.

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Listing Strategies

This activity encourages pupils to apply systematic listing strategies to ensure thay have found all of the ways of colouring the sweets and have not missed any out. As an extension pupils could investigate the general rule for finding the number of different sweets that could be decorated if there were n different colours to choose from and each sweet had m stripes.

There are solutions to each level of this puzzle showing systematic ways of colouring the sweets but they are only available to those who have a Transum Subscription.

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Topics: Starter | Combinations | Probability

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Christmas Tree Trim

This activity encourages pupils to apply systematic listing strategies to ensure thay have found all of the ways of decorating the tree and have not missed any out. As an extension pupils could investigate the general rule for finding the number of different Christmas trees that could be decorated if there were n different colours to choose from and each tree had m lights.

There are solutions to each level of this puzzle showing the most efficient ways of lighting up the tree but they are only available to those who have a Transum Subscription.

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Christmas Tree Trim This activity encourages pupils to apply systematic listing strategies to ensure thay have found all of the ways of decorating the tree and have not missed any out. As an extension pupils could investigate the general rule for finding the number of different Christmas trees that could be decorated if there were n different colours to choose from and each tree had m lights.

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Welcome to the BIDMAS Game

The objective is to claim cells in the grid (on the right) by making calculations from the four numbers on the dice.

The first player to get four cells in a row is the winner.

Player 1: RED

Player 2: BLUE

Number of players:

Congratulations

You can claim a trophy for winning this game.

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An online interactive game celebrating the order of mathematical operations.

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Read the time on an analogue clock. Lots of choice over levels, including: reading time to the nearest hour, half hour, quarter hour, five minutes or minute. Options include using a 24 hour clock and seeing how many correct answers you can get in a given time.

This new version will work on any tablet or computer.
For more measuring and time resources click here.
Scan to open this game on a mobile device. Right-click to copy and paste it onto a homework sheet.

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Practise your addition skills with this exercise to complete using a pen and paper (no calculator)

If you are not very confident starting this exercise press the this button: Practise

Do your working out neatly in your exercise book then type your answers below.

© Transum Mathematics 1997-2023
Scan the QR code below to visit the online version of this activity.

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Level 1 - Adding single digit numbers up to 4

Level 2 - Adding single digit numbers up to 9

Level 3 - Adding two digit numbers up to 20 (no ten to bridge)

Level 4 - Adding two digit numbers up to 50 (landing on a multiple of ten)

Level 5 - Adding two digit numbers up to 50 (bridging the ten)

Level 6 - Adding two digit numbers up to 99

Level 7 - Adding three digit numbers up to 999

Level 8 - Adding more than two numbers with 3 or more digits

Refresh the page at any level to get a different set of questions.

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Example

See the Formal Written Methods page for examples of addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.

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Test your subtraction skills with this self-marking exercise to be completed without a calculator.

Take your time, do your best. If you get stuck on one, just try the rest!

© Transum Mathematics 1997-2022
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Level 1 - Subtracting single digit numbers mentally [e.g. 9 − 3]

Level 2 - Subtracting numbers up to 20 [e.g. 15 − 10]

Level 3 - Subtracting numbers up to 60 without decomposition [e.g. 36 − 12]

Level 4 - Subtracting numbers up to 60, decomposition required [e.g. 41 − 29]

Level 5 - Subtracting numbers up to 99 [e.g. 63 − 25]

Level 6 - Subtracting numbers up to 999 without decomposition of zero [e.g. 823 − 465]

Level 7 - Subtracting numbers where the problem of decomposition of zero is presented [e.g. 605 − 439]

Level 8 - Mixed subtractions [e.g. 4201 - 986]

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Reminder Video

See the Formal Written Methods page for examples showing how calculations can be set out.

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Test your multiplying skills with this self-marking exercise to be completed without a calculator.

If you are not very confident starting this exercise press the this button: Practise

Do your working out neatly in your exercise book then type your answers below.

© Transum Mathematics 1997-2023
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Level 1 - Multiplying single digit numbers up to and including 5

Level 2 - Multiplying numbers up to and including 10

Level 3 - Multiplying numbers up to and including 12

Level 4 - Multiplying a two digit number by a number up to and including 10 (first six no bridging)

Level 5 - Multiplying two digit numbers up to and including 19

Level 6 - Multiplying two digit numbers up to and including 99

Level 7 - Multiplying three and four digit numbers by two digit numbers

Level 8 - Mixed multiplication questions that get very hard indeed

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Multiplication

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Numeracy

"Numeracy is a proficiency which is developed mainly in Mathematics but also in other subjects. It is more than an ability to do basic arithmetic. It involves developing confidence and competence with numbers and measures. It requires understanding of the number system, a repertoire of mathematical techniques, and an inclination and ability to solve quantitative or spatial problems in a range of contexts. Numeracy also demands understanding of the ways in which data are gathered by counting and measuring, and presented in graphs, diagrams, charts and tables."

Secondary National Strategy, Mathematics at key stage 3

Go Maths

Learning and understanding Mathematics, at every level, requires learner engagement. Mathematics is not a spectator sport. Sometimes traditional teaching fails to actively involve students. One way to address the problem is through the use of interactive activities and this web site provides many of those. The Go Maths main page links to more activities designed for students in upper Secondary/High school.

If you found this activity useful don't forget to record it in your scheme of work or learning management system. The short URL, ready to be copied and pasted, is as follows:

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It may be worth remembering that if Transum.org should go offline for whatever reason, there are mirror site at Transum.info that contains most of the resources that are available here on Transum.org.

When planning to use technology in your lesson always have a plan B!

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Use the numbered keys on your keyboard to enter your answer before the other player does.

A game for two players or teams testing their speedy reactions.

Instructions

If playing this game on a computer with a keyboard the row of number keys above the letters should be used. One player represents the red team and uses the keys 1 to 5 while the other player represents the blue team and uses the keys 6 to 0. The ENTER key can be used instead of the 'next' button.

By answering correctly the marker on the tug of war rope will move a little. The objective is to pull the marker past the yellow marker post on your side of the game. Incorrect answers cause the marker to move in the opposite direction.

An even better setup is to use to remote keypads, one for each player or team.

If the use of the number keys is causing confusion (for versions of this game requiring numeric answers) letters can be used instead. The red team would use the keyboard keys Q to T while the blue team wouls use Y to P. Use the button below to change the display to show letters.

The answer is provided when you are signed in to your Transum subscription account. If you do not yet have an account and you are a teacher, tutor or parent you can apply for one here.

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Here are some other Pairs games for you to enjoy

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Transum activity number 638.

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Can you work out which numbers are hidden behind the clouds in these calculations?

This is level 1: calculations involving addition and subtractions of one and two digit numbers. You can earn a trophy if you get at least 9 correct and you do this activity online.

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Level 1 - Calculations involving addition and subtractions of one and two digit numbers.

Level 2 - Calculations involving multiplication and division of one and two digit numbers.

Level 3 - Mixed calculations involving large numbers.

Level 4 - Mixed calculations involving decimals.

Level 5 - Mixed calculations including some fractions.

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Can you work out which numbers are hidden behind the clouds in these calculations? This is level 1: calculations involving addition and subtractions of one and two digit numbers. You can earn a trophy if you get at least 9 correct and you do this activity online.

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This a game for one or two players. Take it in turns to drop the counters into the grid. The winner is the first to line up four numbers with a common factor other than one.

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Score will appear here.

Discuss with your friends and teacher the strategies you could use when estimating a number of items.
Extension activities:
Copy and paste your table of results into a spreadsheet then investigate the following:

What is the average time it took you to make your estimate?

Is your estimate more likely to be higher or lower than the actual number of items?

Is there a correlation between the number of items and your percentage error?

Can you work out the formula the computer uses to calculate your score?

Can you get better at estimating with practice?

More Estimating Moon Lengths | Estimation Golf | Estimating Percentages

Here is an excerpt from the Transum podcast that considers strategies for counting sheep:

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Estimation is a very important skill. Use this activity to practise your and improve your ability to make good estimates.

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The scales are balanced. Can you work out the weight of the items on the scales? These pictures can be represented by linear equations.

The total weight of the items on the left dish is the same as the items on the right dish. Can you work out the weight of one item? Enter your answers in the boxes provided then click the 'Check' button to see if you are right. You can click the check button after each question if you wish. If you double-click the 'Check' button it will float!

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Here is an example showing a good way to solve problems like these. It helps to think of the two sides of the balance as two sides of an equation. The equation will remain balanced only if you do the same thing (multiply, divide add or subtract) to both sides. Let x stand for the weight of one item.

5x + 3 = 3x + 15
Subtract 3 from both sides
5x = 3x + 12
Subtract 3x from both sides
2x = 12
Divide both sides by 2
x = 6

So the weight of the item is 6 units.

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The scales are balanced. Can you work out the weight of the items on the scales? These pictures can be represented by linear equations.

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Test your understanding of negative numbers with this self marking quiz about temperatures.

This is level 1: questions based on the picture of a thermometer. You will be awarded a trophy if you get at least 7 answers correct and you do this activity online.

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Level 1 - Questions based on the picture of a thermometer

Level 2 - Questions relating to real life situations

Level 3 - Questions about average (mean) temperatures

Scales - Practise reading many different types of scales.

°C⇔°F - Learn how to convert temperatures from one scale to another.

More Negative Numbers including lesson Starters, visual aids, investigations and self-marking exercises.

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This video is about the Negative Numbers exercise.

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Test your understanding of negative numbers with this self marking quiz about temperatures.

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You can get a very good insight into mathematical ideas, concepts and patterns by playing some of the games presented on this page.

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Thousands of years ago the Romans used a system of numbers that we call Roman numerals. Can you convert between Roman numerals and more familiar numbers? You can earn a trophy for each level if you get at least 10 correct.

Use a small v for 5000 and capital letters for all other letters.

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For the first five levels you are required to convert Roman numerals to decimal numbers.

Level 1 - Roman numerals between 1 and 12

Level 2 - Roman numerals between 6 and 100

Level 3 - Roman numerals between 21 and 600

Level 4 - Roman numerals between 100 and 1000

Level 5 - Roman numerals between 1000 and 3999

For the next five levels you are required to convert decimal numbers to Roman numerals.

Level 6 - Decimal numbers between 1 and 12

Level 7 - Decimal numbers between 6 and 100

Level 8 - Decimal numbers between 21 and 600

Level 9 - Decimal numbers between 100 and 1000

Level 10 - Decimal numbers between 1000 and 3999

Finally it is time to do some calculations using Roman numerals

Level 11 - Calculations with whole numbers

Level 12 - Calculations with fractions (see aide memoire)

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See also the Roman Numerals Lesson Starter which contains an explanation of Roman numerals.

There is also a Roman Numerals Jigsaw with five levels to enjoy.

How to Read Roman Numerals

This video is from Socratica.

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I = 1 (I looks like 1)

V = 5 (There is a letter v in fiVe)

X = 10 (The X can be made from two Vs)

L = 50 (Life begins at 50 some say)

C = 100 (A Century is 100 years)

D = 500 (Dream of a £500 lottery win)

M = 1000 (A Millenium is 1000 years)

Fractions

· = \( \frac{1}{12} \)

: = \( \frac{1}{6} \)

∴ = \( \frac{1}{4} \)

∷ = \( \frac{1}{3} \)

⁙ = \( \frac{5}{12} \)

S = \( \frac{1}{2} \)

S· = \( \frac{7}{12} \)

S: = \( \frac{2}{3} \)

S∴ = \( \frac{3}{4} \)

S∷ = \( \frac{5}{6} \)

S⁙ = \( \frac{11}{12} \)

See also the Roman Numerals Lesson Starter which contains an explanation of Roman numerals.

There is also a Roman Numerals Jigsaw with five levels to enjoy.

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This online, self marking quiz tests your ability to work with Roman numerals.

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Number Sense - reasoning about quantities
Problem Solving - using clues to find missing information

Common Core Connection for Grades 5 and 6

Analyze patterns and relationships.
Write expressions that record operations with numbers and variables.
Understand that a variable can represent an unknown number.

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Play Weigh the Wangdoodles at Math Playground! Use algebraic reasoning to find the weight of each space creature.

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Grand Prix Racing: Multiplication

Description: Race against other online players while practicing your multiplication skills this fun math game.

Instructions: Solve each multiplication problem and click on the correct answer.

Note: This game was built with HTML5. It runs on Chrome, Firefox, Opera, Safari or Internet Explorer 9 or higher. It is also optimized for iOS devices, including iPad, iPod, and iPhone.

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Grand Prix Racing: Multiplication on PrimaryGames.com

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Description: Race against other online players while practicing your multiplication skills this fun math game. Instructions: Solve each multiplication problem and click on the correct answer. Note: This game was built with HTML5. It runs on Chrome, Firefox, Opera, Safari or Internet Explorer 9 or higher.

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Mental Math
Algebraic Reasoning

Common Core Connection for Grade 6

Write, read, and evaluate expressions in which letters stand for numbers.
Evaluate expressions at specific values of their variables.

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Try Deep Sea Math Mystery at MathPlayground.com! Use your math skills to find the number of seashells.

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Math Riddles: Spring

Description: Look at each picture math equation. Use the information from equation to solve for the question mark. What number should replace the question mark?

Instructions:

Note: This game was built with HTML5. It runs on Chrome, Firefox, Opera, Safari or Internet Explorer 9 or higher. It is also optimized for iOS devices, including iPad, iPod, and iPhone.

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Math Riddles: Spring on PrimaryGames.com

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Description: Look at each picture math equation. Use the information from equation to solve for the question mark. What number should replace the question mark? Instructions: Note: This game was built with HTML5. It runs on Chrome, Firefox, Opera, Safari or Internet Explorer 9 or higher.

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Back To School Patterns

Description: Complete the pattern.

Instructions:

Note: This game was built with HTML5. It runs on Chrome, Firefox, Opera, Safari or Internet Explorer 9 or higher. It is also optimized for iOS devices, including iPad, iPod, and iPhone.

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Back To School Patterns on PrimaryGames.com

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Description: Complete the pattern. Instructions: Note: This game was built with HTML5. It runs on Chrome, Firefox, Opera, Safari or Internet Explorer 9 or higher. It is also optimized for iOS devices, including iPad, iPod, and iPhone.

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