Play Math Baseball!
Spark your fourth-grader’s interest in studying math by using a game he already knows! Math Baseball can be played with two players or two teams. It's a fun and competitive way to review new math concepts and simple computations. All you need is some paper, pencils, and a scorecard. As you cheer him on through every “inning”, your child will be engaged and motivated by scoring “runs”. Math Baseball provides quick practice of math skills in a fun, stress-free way. It's sure to be a hit with your fourth-grader!
What You Need:
- 5-6 sheets of paper cut into approximately 40 cards
- pencil
- scrap paper for math work, scorecard and baseball diamonds
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Begin by making playing cards with your child. Choose a concept your fourth-grader needs to review, such as simple equations. On each card, write an equation (n+5=10). Use your child’s textbook or homework to find examples of these equations to use. Do not write the answers on the cards.
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Next, print or write out this scorecard showing innings, outs and runs:
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