Having problems with having to teach your child math in a more fun way? Don't fret! Little Foostepz is here to introduce a math game that will help you teach your child "Addition" :-)
Name of game: Math Popper.
Suitable age group: 5 to 6 years old.
Objectives of game: Children to be able to apply addition skills.
How to play game?
- A sum will appear at the top of the screen.
- Number balls will pop in and out of the screen & one of the number balls has the answer to the sum on the top of the screen.
- Children are to add up the sum and pop the correct answer by clicking on the right number ball.
- They are to do these sums within a certain time limit.
As you can see in the picture, children are to use the pin to pop the respective number balls, with the time limit ticking away at the top right hand corner of the screen.
The two faces on the bottom left hand corner of the screen state the number of chances left for the child to move on to the next sum.
Rating : Excellent!
In this game, children are able to apply their knowledge of addition as they have fun popping the balloons. This is a good example of learning through play. With the presence of the time limit, children are challenged to fasten their thinking as they set out to solve the mental sums.
This game has been designed in vibrant and attractive colours that not only attracts a child but also entice the latter to want to try and play this game.
As the child finishes one round, the next one gets harder as the numbers gets bigger. Again, this is a good example of scaffolding. It helps in the cognitive development of a child.
When the child is done with one round, words or signs like "good job" as seen in the picture pops out. These signs give them a sense of satisfaction and hence play a good role in improving their self esteem. This in turn help in the emotional aspect of development in a child.
Yours.
Teacher A'qilah
Please let me play the game Math Popper.
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