Number games not only familiarise your kids with numbers and
mental arithmetic, but they can be fun, too, as long as you play with the right
attitude!
Marble Drop NEW!
There are many ways that children can play with marbles. This one involves a bit
of "making" first, which adds to the fun and keeps the kids busy for longer. And
the kids get counting and adding practice too!
Moon CakeNEW!
This playground game needs chalk and at least 4 kids, but preferably more. It is
good for children learning their numbers and easy addition.
Thinking of a number..
This is an excellent game for those odd moments when you need to keep the kids
amused, such as a doctor's waiting room or a restaurant.
How Many Sweets In the
Jar?
There is something irresistible about a large jar filled with sweets! This game
will always be a favourite with the kids.
Math Games for the
Active Child NEW!
To put it in a nice way, my son is rather squirmy. He doesn't like to sit
still for very long unless he's playing a video game, then it's just amazing. So
instead of constantly telling him to sit down and do his math, we take it
outside or up the stairs, literally. I'd like to share some of ways we like to
"do math" when sitting still is too much. Try these games with your child and I
think you'll agree that math and exercise can go hand in hand...
Throwing FistsNEW!
This traditional Chinese game can be played by 2 players or quite a large group.
It develops quick thinking, addition and logic skills - but it's also fun!
Make A Ping Pong Bat And NetNEW!
The Chinese introduced table tennis to the world and have always been extremely
good at the sport. You can make your own ping pong bats and net and have a go!
Make A Name Book
More of a craft activity than a game, this is a great way for kids to get to
know each other at the beginning of the school year.
Fishing (Tiu-u or Chinese Dominoes) This game of Chinese dominoes sounds a little complicated to
begin with but is in fact very simple to play. The name ‘fishing’ comes from
the idea that players ‘fish’ for matching dominoes. You can either print out
our dominoes or make your own more authentic version with popsicle sticks
(instructions included!)
Matching Game cards can be used to play Memory
(Concentration), Go Fish and many other card games, as well as played with
our sorting mats by one child on their own. Printable Games
