In this post, I'd like to focus on some activities that develop number fluency without blind memorisation and drill. I often refer to Jo Boaler's article 'Fluency Without Fear: Research Evidence on the Best Ways to Learn Math Facts' to remind myself about the importance of engaging maths activities instead of boring memorisation.
Here are some simple activities that develop number knowledge fluency and mathematical reasoning skills in a fun and engaging way. Kids LOVE them!
Game#1
What is the tallest Robot Monster that you can make using one head, one body and one set of legs?
What is the shortest one you can make using one head, one body and one set of legs?
How tall would the Robot Monster be that was made from the three bits left over after you had made the tallest and the shortest?
How many Robot Monsters which are all different heights can you make with the nine pieces (all with one head, one body and one set of legs)?https://nrich.maths.org/2404
Activity #4 - Maths language and communication, active learning
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