The use of backward mathematics is promoted as an enrichment strategy which gives pupils the opportunity to generate creative responses that explore many possibilities. It is felt that teachers will find the instructional method a worthwhile innovation, and a technique useful in any curricular area. (MP)

The importance of encouraging students to think about their actions in playing educational games is noted. A game is presented with mathematical topics that could be explored and variations on the game described. (MNS)

A way to cast computational practice or review in a problem-solving context without moving into word problems is presented. The game described is viewed as an instructional tool that will allow pupils to explore and help them to develop forerunners of important mathematical problem-solving skills. (MP)

Presented is a game which helps children become familiar with a calendar. A caller reads call cards that have questions needing dates for completion. Examples of questions that apply to any month and questions that are for specific months are provided. (MP)

Several learning activities and games designed to stimulate and challenge mathematically gifted kindergarten, first-, and second-grade pupils are outlined. Many of the ideas presented can be adapted to other levels. (MP)

One article specifies the materials needed and the rules for a card game called Integer Football; a second article describes a technique for teaching measurement conversions through using nonsense units. (DT)

An approach to helping children learn mathematics facts that uses standard decks of cards is promoted. Teachers are warned that the methods outlined involve activities that can be noisy, but that pupils are learning while they are relaxing, laughing, and sharing in a good time with their friends. (MP)

Pupil difficulty with understanding mathematical sentences is viewed as a problem with reading comprehension. Suggestions are made for ways to help children over the "missing-addend hurdle." The focus is on an educational game that has been used successfully to get students to focus on the meaning of mathematical sentences. (MP)

Football is the basis for an educational game that is used as a vehicle for class-size instruction that can provide general review, review of recently taught topics, or introduction of new material. Teachers of students of any age are encouraged to consider use of this approach. (MP)

Presented is a useful metric game suitable for players above age eight. It provides practice in estimating lengths as well as in actual linear measurement. (MP)

Four types of mathematics centers are described: listening, game, skill, and manipulative. Illustrations are included. (MNS)

Directions are given for a game providing practice with multiplication combinations and for a game involving counting and number combinations. (DT)

Activities noted cover: (a) Observation; (b) Classification; (c) Ordering; (d) Patterning; (e) Prenumber Concepts; and (f) Early Number Concepts. The variety of activities that can be done with buttons is seen as endless. Instructors are expected to be able to extend and adapt the material for individual classroom needs once they observe their…

Ideas are presented to help teachers bring some excitement into their classes and help children view mathematics as an enjoyable learning experience. It is felt that the introduction of the activities can help transform mathematics classes into true learning centers, lessen mathematics anxiety, and encourage increased student involvement. (MP)

Games are promoted as useful tools that can become an integral part of the mathematics curriculum. Advantages to students and teachers are noted. Guidelines for the construction of games are provided and ways of incorporating games into a mathematics program are discussed. Active child involvement is seen as fundamental. (MP)