Presents ten propositions for increasing the likelihood that simulation game participants will learn to make more adequate decisions as a result of game play. (CMV)

Four elementary mathematical games and three parodies of Poe's "The Raven" are presented. (BB)

Variations on rummy are presented as a means of providing practice for related mathematical concepts at both the pictorial and abstract levels. Rules are outlined and eight examples of card topics are shown. (MP)

Describes a game in which the symbol omega becomes equivalent to the word ohm, and is then modified or incorporated into a picture to represent a common word or phrase. Recommends the game as a way of humanizing the beginning course. (GA)

Yes! "Pass 'Go'" on your way "to the head of the class" and take a look at some skill-building games students made themselves. (Editor)

To make his instruction more interesting, a teacher decided to use popular television programs as the basis for some sequencing games. His students not only responded to this refreshing variation but also showed a firmer grasp of a necessary skill. (Author/RK)

Games are a child's way of thinking, and without being instructed in a procedural method a child develops mentally, physically, and emotionally as he works to accomplish the series of tasks required to reach the completion of his game. Defines games, tells how to design a game, when they should be used, and gives some sources for music games.…

Reviews a game for teaching electronic structures of atoms. (SL)

The aim of the author was to ascertain how well a Dutch approach to introducing probability into the elementary school curriculum could be attempted by English children. Classroom situations are described. (MN)

The ideas presented include a number line activity for addition and subtraction of integers, a game involving polynomials that encourages mathematical guesswork and deduction, and an introductory story for parabolas. (JT)

Describes ways in which children's books can be used to develop a feeling for the use of words in literature. Bibliography includes sections on alphabet games, patterned language, tongue twisters, homonyms, riddles, codes and puzzles, and parodies. (MKM)

Designed for students who already have some facility in map reading, but who would like to develop their skills in a game situation. Objectives are for students to develop and practice the skills of using scale, grid location, symbols, and direction. Includes a list of materials, rules, and modifications. (Author/JK)

Discusses the rationale for including games in an educational curriculum. Included are guidelines for deciding if games should be utilized and how their effectiveness can be maximized. (SL)

A motivational game providing practice in computing and problem solving is described. (JT)

Describes an English language course for four- and five-year-old Italian children in a preschool in Padua, Italy. Twice weekly, during 40-minute periods, children participate in games and activities designed to teach them names of objects in the classroom, colors, numbers, animals, family members, clothing, food, body parts, and possessives. (CFM)