T-Races
Grade Level(s):
1-2
By:
Linda, 2nd Grade Teacher
Can actually be used for any grade working on basic math facts.
Materials: - Chalkboard
- chalk
- eraser
- can also be done with paper/pencil
Plan: Divide class into 3-5 teams depending on number of students. 6/team is good. Draw appropriate number of T's on the blackboard about 12"-18" high. First person on each team goes to board. Teacher says 4 numbers and students write them on the left side of the T. Teachers then gives operation (+, -, X, divide) and a fifth number to be written at top of T. Students then work problems, writing answers on other side of T. First to get all correct gets point for team. | +7
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5 | | Comments: This is a game that I learned from a veteran teacher many years ago. Now I as a veteran, I pass it on to others. Copyright © 1999 by Linda Allen. All Rights Reserved. | 
