Math Games for Number and Operations and Algebraic Thinking: Games to Support Independent Practice in Math Workshops and More, Grades K-5

These thirty-three classroom-tested games can be played successfully by learners on their own, during math workshops, or at math stations. You'll find all-time favorites like Circles and Stars, Leftovers, Cross Out Singles, and Tens Go Fish. You'll also discover games that you've likely not encountered before—as well as twists on some of your personal favorites!

Teaching Support
The step-by-step lessons in Math Games for Number and Operations and Algebraic Thinking offer a wealth of teacher support, including:

• strategies for differentiating instruction;
• key questions and learning targets to promote student thinking;
• tips for using interactive whiteboards;
• reproducibles—from game boards, directions, and recording sheets to assessments (downloads provided upon purchasing this resource)

Common Core State Standards
Tables in this resource detail how the games connect to the Common Core State Standards for Mathematics. Use the tables alongside your own curriculum, standards, or pacing guides to help you determine which games meet the concepts and skills you need to address with your students.