Description
This algebra resource is a bundle of two hands-on math games that incorporate computation using positive and negative numbers. The operations of addition, subtraction and multiplication are included.
The first game, Bug Mania, provides motivation for the learner to practice addition, subtraction and multiplication using positive and negative numbers. Two different games are included in this resource. One is for addition and subtraction; the second is for multiplication. Complete instructions with a sample illustration of how to keep score for each game is included. The second game may involve subtraction with renaming and addition with regrouping based on the numbers that are used. It is a fun and engaging game that is easy to adapt to any grade level, for a whole class, or a small group of students. The games are simple to differentiate since not every pair of students must use the same cubes or have the same objective. Since the goal for each game is determined by the teacher, the time required to play varies.
The second game is called Roll and Calculate. It is a hands-on math game designed to practice adding and subtracting positive and negative numbers. Two players take turns rolling two dice numbered 1-6 and then add or subtract the numbers based on the placement on the game board. The answer must be agreed upon before the next player takes his/her turn. This game is easily made more difficult by requiring the players to use dice numbered 5-10. It is a fun and interesting way for students to review adding and subtracting positive and negative numbers without doing a “drill and kill” activity. Materials needed (two dice and the game board), complete directions, suggestions, and adaptations for the game as well as the Roll and Calculate game board are included in this resource.
You will save money by purchasing this bundle; however, if you want to purchase the games separately, just click on the links below.
- Bug Mania - Two Math Games Using Positive and Negative Numbers
- Roll and Calculate - A Math Game Using Positive and Negative Numbers
Math Bundle of Two Hands-On Algebra Games Using Positive and Negative Numbers
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Description
This algebra resource is a bundle of two hands-on math games that incorporate computation using positive and negative numbers. The operations of addition, subtraction and multiplication are included.
The first game, Bug Mania, provides motivation for the learner to practice addition, subtraction and multiplication using positive and negative numbers. Two different games are included in this resource. One is for addition and subtraction; the second is for multiplication. Complete instructions with a sample illustration of how to keep score for each game is included. The second game may involve subtraction with renaming and addition with regrouping based on the numbers that are used. It is a fun and engaging game that is easy to adapt to any grade level, for a whole class, or a small group of students. The games are simple to differentiate since not every pair of students must use the same cubes or have the same objective. Since the goal for each game is determined by the teacher, the time required to play varies.
The second game is called Roll and Calculate. It is a hands-on math game designed to practice adding and subtracting positive and negative numbers. Two players take turns rolling two dice numbered 1-6 and then add or subtract the numbers based on the placement on the game board. The answer must be agreed upon before the next player takes his/her turn. This game is easily made more difficult by requiring the players to use dice numbered 5-10. It is a fun and interesting way for students to review adding and subtracting positive and negative numbers without doing a “drill and kill” activity. Materials needed (two dice and the game board), complete directions, suggestions, and adaptations for the game as well as the Roll and Calculate game board are included in this resource.
You will save money by purchasing this bundle; however, if you want to purchase the games separately, just click on the links below.
- Bug Mania - Two Math Games Using Positive and Negative Numbers
- Roll and Calculate - A Math Game Using Positive and Negative Numbers
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