This summer, I was the decorations coordinator for our local VBS program. I found it a demanding position because I am in charge of ALL the decorations throughout the whole building. Our theme this year was Galactic Starveyors and, as you may … [Read more...] about 2021 Summer Game #17: Remainders Game
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Winter Games: Remainder Hearts
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...] about Winter Games: Remainder Hearts
2019 Summer Game #3: Quotient and Remainder
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...] about 2019 Summer Game #3: Quotient and Remainder
Dr. Cotter on Multivides
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...] about Dr. Cotter on Multivides
