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Use shapes to fill different outlines and build new shapes.

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Pattern Shapes by The Math Learning Center

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Students use Pattern Shapes to explore geometry and fractions, create their own designs, or fill in outlines. As they work with shapes, students think about angles, investigate symmetry, and compose and decompose larger shapes.

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Place Value Basketball helps you to understand the concept of hundreds, tens and ones. You need to recognise the Dienes base ten blocks and match to numbers up to three digits on the basketballs.

Place value is a difficult concept and this game can help you to know the value of each number depending on its position.

As with all of our games, Place Value Basketball works well on an interactive whiteboard.

AGE

5-8 Years

SUBJECTS

Maths Place Value

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Place Value Basketball - Dienes Game for 5 to 8 Year Olds

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Place Value Basketball is a fun, base ten blocks game which helps children aged 5 to 8 to know what each digit in a either a two or three digit number represents.

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Open Middle For Extended Learning - Google Docs

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Open Middle For Extended Learning - Google Docs

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Home Story Time   Ordinary Mary's Extraordinary Deed

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Home Story Time - Even Superheros Have Bad Days

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Make up a dance and teach it to someone

Build an obstacle course and move your way through it

Just Dance

Make up a gymnastics routine (headstand, cartwheel, somersault)

Do some yoga poses

Follow the leader (jump, skip, stomp)

Play Freeze Dance

Do some jumping jacks or bunny hops

Clean-up dash: Time each other for one minute cleaning up as much as you can.

Hallway bowling

Play music and have a dance party

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Play tag

Ride your bike or scooter or skateboard

Jump rope

Draw with sidewalk chalk

Go for a walk and look for signs of Spring

Play soccer or basketball

Play Catch

Do a rain dance (or a sun dance)

Go on a bug hunt

Go bird-watching

Help with yard work (raking, etc.)

Blow bubbles

Turn your yard into an obstacle course

Take photographs of nature

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Make a U.S. stamp for the 2020 Summer Olympics. Draw a picture of a summer sport with Olympic symbols.

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Spell a word that matches a summer game or sport. Spell it 1 letter for each line, top to bottom. Think of 1 word for each letter of your first word. Each word is about your game or sport. Here are some ideas (OLYMPICS, GYMNASTICS, SWIMMING, SOCCER, BASKETBALL, DIVING...) . Be creative!  Here is an example:

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Make a poster for 2020 Tokyo Summer Olympics. Draw pictures of the games and sports played in the Summer Olympics. Be creative!

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Make a T-shirt for the 2020 Summer Olympics. Pick any country. Choose colors and shapes. Pick 1 word to represent your team.

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Learning to Count up to 15 with Teddy Numbers Interactive Maths Game

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A fun learning to count maths game for early years children by Topmarks. Count out treats to give to teddy.

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Family Math Game

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Click here to read or listen to a book about an Olympic Athlete.

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The Olympic mascots are fictional characters, usually an animal native to the area or human figures, who represent the cultural heritage of the place where the Olympic games are held.
The 2020 Summer Olympics are being held in Tokyo, Japan.  You may wish to build a mascot to represent this area.  -OR- You may select to build and design an Olympic Mascot for an imaginary scenario in which Portland, Maine hosts the 2020 Summer Olympics.
Be creative!

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Be a reporter and write about the result of an Olympic event or the Opening or Closing Ceremonies. -OR- Select a former or current Olympic athlete you wish to interview. Use the 5 reporter’s questions: who, what, where, when, why, and how. What would you want to know more about this athlete?

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Pick two Olympic sports. How are they alike? How are they different? Click here to read or listen.

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Read books about character traits that help them reach their goals. Click here.

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Listen to how Shelly Ann Fraser Pryce’s hard work and loved ones helped her achieve her dreams.

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Reading with Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce | Athletics@Home

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Visit the Olympic Athletic Center in Athens, Greece.

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See photos and metals from the Summer Olympics click here.

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Click on the photos to see people enjoying Olympic Sports around the world. Make your own photos playing a sport.

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If You Built a House...            for an Olympic Athlete 

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If You Built a House...            for an Olympic Athlete 

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Click here to listen to Chris Van Dusen's book about home design. Imagine if you built a house for an athlete. What would it need?

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Your task is create a new sport. What is the sport? What are the rules? What equipment do you need to play the sport? What safety items do you need?

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Can you create a ski jump for 'coin' ski jumpers?  See the image to make your jump.  Why do you think one coin went farther than another?  Did the angle that you held the jump at make a difference?

This video shows some angles important to ski jumping at minute 2:15. https://safeYouTube.net/w/3dIG

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What is the best ball for a sport?
Look at the picture below.  Can you name at least 6 balls in the picture?  Why do you think there are so many different types of balls?  Think about the sport that is played with them.  What characteristics are special to each type of ball?
This video teaches you about the differences in basketballs:  size, material and weight.
https://safeYouTube.net/w/mPHG
This video shows how some different balls bounce.  Watch the first half.
https://safeYouTube.net/w/kUHG

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Create your own Olympic events at home.

Obstacle Course:  Plan and create a safe course they can go over, under, around, and through.

Volleyball: Players on either side of a taut string bat a ball or balled up socks back and forth.

Cross the Brook: Using tape, chalk or two sticks, make two lines that are a foot apart. Participants hop or run across the "brook." How far apart can you make the lines and still jump over the 'brook'?

Try these events multiple times.  Can you improve your time?  Why do you think your time improved or did not improve?

This video gives the history of the Olympics and describes many of the different events.

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Math Games

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Math (Mathematics) is a field of study that deals with numbers, quantities, shapes, patterns, and their relationships. It is a fascinating subject that involves logical reasoning and problem-solving, which allows us to make sense of the world and unravel its mysteries.

What Is the Importance of Math?

Mathematics is present in every aspect of our lives, touching upon and influencing everything that we encounter.

Math Topics Overview
Let's have a look at the main domains of mathematics along with their grade level:
Number Sense
i) Pre-K ii) Kindergarten: iii) Grade 1: iv) Grade 2 v) Grade 3 vi) Grade 4 vii) Grade 5

Introduction of decimal numbers

Reading, writing and comparing decimals to thousandths

Visit Number Sense Games for Kids Online and enjoy simple fun math games.

Addition
i) Pre-K ii) Kindergarten:
iii) Grade 1:

Addition word problems within 20

Adding the multiples to 10 in the range 10-90

iv) Grade 2

Learning addition strategies

Learning addition facts

v) Grade 3

Addition with grouping

Addition without regrouping

vi) Grade 4

Performing multi-digit addition

Addition with regrouping

vii) Grade 5

Adding decimals (with and without regrouping)

Adding multi-digit whole numbers and with decimals to hundredths.

Do check out Addition Games to explore some interactive math games for kids!

Subtraction
i) Pre-K

Identifying 'one less than' within 10

Understanding 'taking away'

ii) Kindergarten:

Composing and decomposing numbers into tens and ones from 11 to 19.

iii) Grade 1:

Subtraction word problems within 20
iv) Grade 2

Subtracting within 1000 (with and without regrouping)

Subtracting within 20 using mental math strategies.

v) Grade 3

Subtracting within 1000

Subtraction strategies

vi) Grade 4

Multi-digit subtraction

Subtraction with and without regrouping

vii) Grade 5

Subtracting decimals (with and without regrouping)

Visit Subtraction Games for Kids Online and master the subtraction skills with educational math games!

Multiplication
i) Grade 2

Working with equal groups of objects

Forming foundations for math multiplication

ii) Grade 3

Multiply one-digit whole numbers by multiples of 10 in the range 10-90.

Properties of multiplication

iii) Grade 4 iv) Grade 5

Multiplying multi-digit whole numbers and decimals

Multiplication area models

Practice subtraction in a fun way using some fun online math games. Do visit Multiplication Games for Kids Online.

Division
i) Grade 2

Working with equal groups of objects
ii) Grade 3

Solving problems involving the four operations

Identifying and explaining patterns in arithmetic operations.

iii) Grade 4

Factors and multiples

Division with quotients and remainders up to four-digit dividends and one-digit divisors.

iv) Grade 5

Order of operations

Division with decimals

Do not miss checking out the simple Division Games for Kids Online and explore cool math games to practice division skills!

Fractions
i) Grade 3 ii) Grade 4

Learning decomposition of fractions

Addition, subtraction, and multiplication of fractions and mixed numbers

Decimal notation for fractions

Comparing decimal numbers.

iii) Grade 5

Addition and subtraction of fractions by making them equivalent fractions.

Multiplication of fractions with fractions or whole numbers.

Solving real world problems involving multiplication of fractions and mixed numbers.

Dividing whole numbers and unit fractions.

Learning fractions will be a great experience with these Fractions Games for Kids! Do visit!

Decimals
i) Grade 4 ii) Grade 5
If you want to deal with decimals fearlessly, try out Division Games and play some exciting math games online.

Geometry
i) Kindergarten:

Describe objects using names of shapes.

Identify and analyze shape as two-dimensional or three-dimensional.

ii) Grade 1:

Distinguish between defining attributes and non-defining attributes of shapes.

To partition circles and rectangles into two and four equal shares.

iii) Grade 2:
iv) Grade 3: v) Grade 4: vi) Grade 5:

To graph points on the coordinate plane to solve real world problems.

To classify two-dimensional figures in a hierarchy based on properties.

Explore these interesting Geometry Games that use everyday objects to describe 2D and 3D shapes.

Measurement
i) Kindergarten:

Learning about measurable attributes such as weight and length.

Learning to compare two objects with common measurable attributes.

ii) Grade 1:

Learning to measure length indirectly and by iterating length units.
iii) Grade 2: iv) Grade 3: v) Grade 4:

Relate sizes of measurement units within one system of units.

Use the four operations to solve word problems involving intervals of time, distances, masses of objects, money and liquid volumes.

vi) Grade 5:
Explore these interesting Measurements Games to master measurements, unit conversions, etc. with the help of amazing visuals and real-world scenarios.

Time
i) Grade 1:

Tell and write time in hours and half-hours using analog and digital clocks.
ii) Grade 2:

Tell and write time from analog and digital clocks to the nearest five minutes, using a.m. and p.m.
iii) Grade 3:

Tell and write time to the nearest minute and measure time intervals in minutes.

Addition and subtraction of time intervals in minutes

iv) Grade 4:

Use the four operations to solve word problems involving intervals of time.

Now, teaching math skills like telling time, reading time will no longer be difficult as we offer these awesome Time Games for Kids Online. Try it out!

Money
i) Grade 2:
Solve word problems involving dollar bills, quarters, dimes, nickels, and pennies, using $ and ¢ symbols appropriately.
ii) Grade 3:

Counting money

Operations with money

iii) Grade 4:

Use the four operations to solve word problems involving money.

Get hands-on experience of counting money and operations involving money with Money Games online.

Algebra
i) Grade 4:
Learn operations with algebraic thinking
ii) Grade 5:

Use parentheses, brackets, or braces in numerical expressions, and evaluate expressions with these symbols.

Write simple expressions that record calculations with numbers, and interpret numerical expressions without evaluating them

Algebra Games for Kids help form the strong foundation of math concepts in higher grades. Do check out!

Word Problems
Grade 3:
Do not forget to check out Online Word Problems Games.

How to Teach the Uses of Math to Kids in Real-life

Here are some strategies to help children see the practical uses of math in their daily lives. By incorporating these strategies, children can develop a better understanding of how math is relevant and useful in their daily lives.

Use real-life examples: Connect math to everyday situations like shopping or cooking.

Solve practical problems: Encourage problem-solving using math, like sharing pizza slices or calculating travel time.

Explore math in the environment: Take field trips to observe patterns, shapes, and measurements.

How to Introduce Math to Kids Through Games

Benefits of Interactive Math Games Online

Math Learning Experience: Games vs. Traditional Methods

Engagement: Math games actively engage children, making learning fun and enjoyable. Traditional methods often rely on passive instruction. Learning through textbooks or flash cards do not provide the required level of active learning. Math games have the ability to put kids' minds on a higher active mode.

Hands-on Learning: Math Games provide interactive and tactile experiences that help children understand abstract math concepts. Also, it provides an immediate assessment to the student, teacher, and parents. Conventional methods of learning math might become monotonous and ineffective over time.

Problem-Solving: Games encourage critical thinking and problem-solving skills as children apply math concepts in practical situations, unlike the conventional approach.

Math games enhance understanding of math concepts by promoting engagement, hands-on learning, and problem-solving skills, overcoming the limitations of the traditional methods.

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Math Games for Kids Online | Fun Math Games - SplashLearn

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Explore Interactive Math Games for Pre-K to Grade 5 kids, aligned with Common Core Standards. Browse 4000+ fun math games at SplashLearn. Try it out for free!

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Learn basic flat and solid shapes with this fun math game.

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Geoboard is a tool for mathematical exploration. Stretch bands around the pegs to form line segments and polygons, and make discoveries about perimeter, area, angles, congruence, fractions, and more.

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Problem Solving - use a trial and error approach
Spatial Reasoning - visualize the effect of each move on the playing field
Logical Thinking - each puzzle requires a step by step solution

MP1 - Make sense of problems and persevere in solving them.
MP7 - Look for and make use of structure.

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Play Parking Lot at Math Playground! Your cool red car is trapped in a parking garage. Can you escape?

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How to make and play your own Shut the Box game

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How to make and play your own Shut the Box game

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Watch to learn how to make the game and play using dice, a piece of paper and a pencil.

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Don't have dice at home? Use these online dice.

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Try to make different shapes on a folded piece of paper.

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Ludy Godbold shattered records to earn a spot of the first U.S. Women's Olympic team. With the power of perseverance and her community, learn how she represented the U.S. in 1922.