Ah, the challenge of division, never mind the distraction of remainders! How can you find a fun way to practice these concepts? Well, we have just the game for you. This game, Remainder Hearts, game D9 in the Math Card Games book, uses the … [Read more...]
2019 Summer Game #3: Quotient and Remainder
June 11, 2019 by 2 Comments
Question: How do you divide 14 potatoes between 4 people? Answer: Mash them. Hahahaha! Most children do not enjoy solving division problems – especially problems with remainders! However, the Quotient and Remainder game found in the Math Card … [Read more...]
2017 Summer Game #17: Remainders Game
August 8, 2017 by Leave a Comment
Summertime here in Texas means VBS. For those that may not know, VBS stands for Vacation Bible School. My children are too old to attend, so we help with the program. This year, I was the decorations coordinator. I find it a demanding position … [Read more...]
Dr. Cotter on Multivides
May 20, 2016 by Leave a Comment
For a child with learning disabilities doing multivides, I suggest this shorter version: Start with any 4-digit number and multiply it by 4, then 5, and 6. Then divide the final product by 4, then 5, and 6. The final quotient must be the same as … [Read more...]
