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    The document discusses using math games in the classroom. It explains that math games are games whose rules and strategies are based on mathematical concepts. Younger students enjoy chance-based games while older students prefer strategy-based games. The document provides tips for implementing math games, including planning the game, playing it while asking probing questions, and being patient by allowing multiple plays. Math games are effective because they are engaging, allow exploration of concepts, develop reasoning skills, and foster discussion while accommodating different ability levels.

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    The document discusses using math games in the classroom. It explains that math games are games whose rules and strategies are based on mathematical concepts. Younger students enjoy chance-based games while older students prefer strategy-based games. The document provides tips for implementing math games, including planning the game, playing it while asking probing questions, and being patient by allowing multiple plays. Math games are effective because they are engaging, allow exploration of concepts, develop reasoning skills, and foster discussion while accommodating different ability levels.

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    Math

    Games
    A math game is a game whose
    rules, strategies and outcomes
    are determined by a
    mathematical concept. They are
    typically simple. Younger
    students (k-2) enjoy games that
    are based on chance. Older
    students (3+) enjoy games based
    on strategy.

    Who it works
    for:
    This strategy works for all
    students! Its ideal for an
    inclusion classroom. Math
    games work for students
    with ADHD, autism,
    emotion disturbances,
    learning disabilities, and
    hearing impairments.

    How to do it:
    It is easy to implement a
    math game as long as you
    use the three Ps: Plan,
    Play, be Patient!
    1st thing: Play the game
    yourself, find the math
    concepts, modify for age
    level, and think of
    questions for during play.
    Plan: How will you
    introduce the game, how
    long it will take, how will
    the students be grouped,
    and who will be in the
    groups?

    Play: monitor
    conversations, ask probing
    questions, and record
    strategies for a class
    discussion at the end of the
    game. Pull a few different
    strategies and present

    them from the lowest


    sophistication to the
    highest. Ask the students
    how they are similar and
    different. Invite the
    students to use a different
    strategy the next time they
    play.
    Be Patient: give time for
    the students to play
    multiple times. This way
    they have a chance to
    independently play with
    strategies they come up
    with on their own.

    Why it works:

    It is fun! Students will stay


    engaged.
    Easy way to explore new
    concepts.
    Develops mathematical
    reasoning.
    Great for comparing
    strategies. Allows students
    to see how other students
    are working things out.

    Fosters discussions about


    math.
    Perfect for a Cognitively
    Guided Instruction. It
    allows students to work out
    concepts in a way that
    makes sense to them.
    A great way to scaffold. By
    having students on
    different levels work
    together, it can boost the
    lower student to that next
    level.

    References:
    Olson, J.C. (2007). Developing
    Students' Mathematical Reasoning
    through Games. Teaching Children
    Mathematics, 13(9), 464-471.
    Christy, D.M. (2006). The Whimsical
    Path to Math: Implementing the
    Navigation Series. Teaching Children
    Mathematics, 12(6), pp. 323-331.
    Kirkby, B. (1986) Math Games
    Workshop: Part 1. Mathematics in
    School, 15(4), 19-21.

    Some Math Game Links:


    themeasuredmom.com/math-gamesfor-grade-3-and-up/
    topnotchteaching.com/lessonideas/cool-math-games/

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