These games will develop familiarity with the number system and "landmarks" such as 10s and 100s. Some games will provide engaging opportunities to acquire number sense. It is expected that students will play the same game with you many times, developing variations and extensions that will "push" their skills forward. When you play these games with your child, it is important to "think out loud" about your strategies. Try to make the game easy in the beginning. Success will create confidence.
Games to help children recognize numbers, number values, and combinations of ten:
- Lots of Spots (one to one identification, equivalent value)
- Top It or Compare (War)
- Darts
- Ten Frame Game
- Greatest Number Wins (2 digit)
- Money Matters
- Number of the Day (with Counters)
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