I have been working in the field of education for almost a decade. My teaching experience showed me that if we do not find the most efficient way to teach mathematics to our students, we cannot be good educators no matter how hard we try.
What I learned from my students is that they love playing games, and a good math game can make the kids learn in a more fun and interactive way. Since then, I have been trying to find some cool math games I can use in my classroom.
I have curated some of my favorite math games for you. If you are a math teacher or homeschooling family, you should get these games with many learning opportunities built into the play.
Prime Climb
I purchased Prime Climb two years ago for my Algebra class, and, I must say, it has exceeded my highest expectations. It pushes students to think practically while at the same time having fun. Not only that but the colors and design are very nice.
The game’s premise is that numbers from 0 to 101 are organized on a spiral. To win the game, you must get your pawn to the number 101. To move, you must roll your dice on your turn and then…