Game Based Math Learning
Math Deck of Cards to play with your favorite game!
This is a great game to play in your class after you have introduced calculating the area of a triangle.
Students will pick up a card, solve it to find the area of the missing side. The answer (1-10) will determine how many spaces the player may proceed.
Three wild cards have been included (labeled WA, WB and WC). Depending on the game you are playing, you can determine what these cards can do.
In a game of Sorry, Trouble or Parchessi, Chutes & Ladders, the students can roll 2 dice and get the chance to move further in the game.
A game board for Four in A Row is included in this download.
Four in A Row Game Rules:
-This is a 2 player game or it can be played in 2 teams.
-Students are given 2 cards at a time.
-They solve the problem
(optional: the opposing student can check the student’s work for accuracy.)
-Once the student solves the problem correctly, they place their marker (not provided). The goal is to be the first person to get 4 in a row.
Wild Cards
There are 3 types of wild cards (WA, WB, and WC).
These problems are more challenging to solve.
It is recommended that:
“WA =Remove an opponent’s piece”
“WB =Place your piece anywhere.”
“WC = Remove AND Replace your opponent’s piece.”
This game has been popular among the students in my class, and I am excited to be able to share it with you!
Directions
–Print out the game board and cards on cardstock.
-If you plan on reusing this game, I recommend laminating it.
-Find 2 different blocks/coins for students to mark their spot.
-Students will need scratch paper or a whiteboard to work out their problems.
Game Board:
The game board has 2 of each of the numbers from 1-10.
The deck of cards has 2 solutions for the numbers 1-10.
There are 3 additional wild cards
Total pieces: 1 game board, 23 cards, token markers (not included)
PLUS: An answer key has been provided!
Terms of Use
You May:
-Use this product for your own classroom
-Electronic Distribution for a single class only
-Recommend or refer to this product on social media and school communication platforms as long as you provide credit to ©LOMALearning and provide the link to the product.
You May Not:
-make copies for other teachers
-use these resources to create your own sellable courses
-claim the work as your own
-upload this resource to the internet in any form, including classroom/personal websites or network drives, unless the site is password protected and can ONLY be accessed by students.
Want more Math Decks? Check these out!
Deck #1: Find the missing side length of a triangle given area
Deck #2: Find the missing side length of a triangle given area
Deck #3: Find the missing side length of a triangle given area (base 10)
Deck #4: Find the missing side length of a triangle given area (base 10)