Homemade Memory Game
Games are a great way to reinforce math skills because kids are getting practice within the context of something fun. And when kids get to be a part of making the game, well, it’s even more fun. Here’s an easy game to make with your child that will help develop skills such as:
- numeral recognition
- counting
- beginning addition facts
- concentration
Materials Needed:
- 20 4 x 5 blank index cards or cardstock
- stickers and/or rubber stamps
- 10-frames (optional)
Directions:
- Help your child write the numbers 1 – 10 on the cardstock. Use a colored pencil or crayon so that the pen does not bleed through to the other side.
- Have your child use the stickers/rubber stamps to show a representation of each of the numbers 1 – 10. *
- Shuffle all cards, turn them blank side up and organize them into a 4 by 5 array. Take turns turning over two cards and trying to match them. If the cards do not match, turn them back over and the partner takes a turn. Keep going until all cards have been matched. The winner is the one with the most matches.
*To help kids be able to quickly recognize a set amount without having to count each object, use 10-frames and place each sticker/stamp in order from left to right. The 10-frame in the top photo shows the number ‘7’ — five dots on the top and two on the bottom. 10-frames are a great way for kids to learn their beginning addition facts and develop number sense, so critical for success in mathematics.
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