Mathematics for young learners: 60 games & activities for ages 3 through 7

Written by an elementary school principal, Mathematics for Young Learners contains sixty games and activities that make mathematics entertaining. Most of the activities and games are played with a regular deck of playing cards; several require dice, dominoes, or playing chips. The author suggests that these games are appropriate for ages 3-7; however, many of the more advanced games can certainly be used through the end of third grade and possibly beyond. The games described in this book are sequenced from easy to difficult; the same game often has three or four versions, providing a greater challenge as the child acquires certain skills. One game builds on and reinforces the next. This book is written very simply, with clear, easy-to-follow directions. Helpful illustrations are provided throughout the book. The majority of the games and activities presented are most appropriately used in a one-on-one situation with a child. However, several games can be adapted and used in a classroom setting with small or large groups of children.