Maths Games with Andrew Lorimer Derham
Up and coming star Andrew Lorimer Derham has produced some outstanding maths games that promote high level mathematical thinking. You can learn more about Andrew at www.thinksquare.com.au
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Mahtzee - Mathematical Adaptation of Yahtzee
This game combines the elements of Yahtzee and bingo to promote mathematical thinking among students. It highlights the role of probability in decision-making and the strategic placement of numbers on a game board. Students draw and place numbers to meet scoring conditions, fostering collaboratio...
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Mathematic-Tac-Toe
Mathematic tic toe is a fresh take on the classic tic tac toe game, where players use numbers one through nine to reach a total of 15. Players take turns as attacker and defender, with the attacker aiming to get three numbers that sum to 15 while the defender tries to block them. This game can be...
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Number Line Golf Tutorial
Number line golf is a game where players choose cards to guide a ball into a hole. They strategize using card values to win while avoiding specific numbers. The game can include negative numbers, making it a useful tool for teaching younger students about this concept in an engaging way. Addition...
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Product Placement
Product placement is an activity where players place numbers in boxes to achieve a target number. Strategies adapt based on opponents' choices, focusing on multiplication techniques. The game includes advanced rules for added flexibility and allows players to win by being closest to the target nu...
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Snappy Math - The Mathematical Matching Game
Andrew plays a matching symbol game where players race to find matches among cards. The game, called Snappy Math, features mathematically equivalent pairs and offers various formats, including physical and online versions. It includes different difficulty levels, promoting understanding of multip...