Compare and Pair
Match and compare numbers in this fun card game! Your first grader will love the challenge of trying to get rid of all the cards. Work together to find matches among the numbers and suits.
Hexagon Puzzle
Try this fun puzzle, and help your first grader dig a little deeper into his addition facts. Start out by filling in the grid and adding up values. Then, create a challenge by asking your student to choose new numbers so that every row will equal the same value.
Telling Time Game
Your first grader will love telling time while playing this fun game of tag! Ask Captain Midnight for the time, but watch out when his watch says "midnight"!
Tic-Tac-Toe Addition
Tic-Tac-Toe is more than just a strategy game; it's a great way to practice addition! Help your first grader on his way to mastering sums of single-digit numbers. We have five different game boards for you to print out, with endless possibilities.
Ribbon Pattern Weave
Weaving is an ancient art that some historians believe predates written history. This magnificent art form has been found across many cultures and geographic regions. Introduce the world of fiber arts to your young child through this unique pattern inspired activity.
Take a Shape Safari!
Forget a jeep in Africa. You can head out for a safari right in your own neighborhood. Instead of hunting lions and tigers, you'll troll for circles and triangles.
Coin Connection: A Patterning Game
Lots of everyday objects can be fun, whether it's buttons, beans, or LEGO blocks. Here's an activity that uses coins to build problem-solving strategies.
Count by 5s Without Losing Your Marbles!
Now that your child's in first grade, he'll need to be able to count in groups, and especially by fives. This activity makes math fun, with treasure that comes in clusters!
Make a Sweet Symmetry Treat
Here's a fun way to explore symmetry that will result in a sweet symmetrical treat! Put a Saint Patrick's Day twist on this recipe by making symmetrical shamrocks.
Horseshoe Race
Race to the finish in this fun addition board game! Your first grader will work on the important skill of adding in this two-player game. Take turns drawing playing cards to find your numbers, then add them together correctly in order to move ahead.
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