Math is universally considered as an indispensable subject to develop decision-making, analytical thinking and long-term memory. Without mentioning that math skills enhance future career opportunities. When a kid learns mathematics, greater awareness and self-confidence are acquired. As a caring parent you may have only one question left: what can I do if my child is bored by calculating staff? Here is our friendly advice – try teaching the child to play joyful math games instead of monotonous calculations!

Below we list some of the exciting math games that help develop logic. All the investments needed from you as a participant: 3 minutes to read the post, a piece of paper, pencil and a little investigator to present the game to. No apps need to be downloaded, play either online with the links provided, or using the schemes below.

1. Magic Square Game – elementary level
The rules are very simple: a player has to move the numbers on the rights so that the numbers will be inside the cells. And here the challenging part comes – the sum of any three numbers vertically, horizontally, or diagonally must be equal to 15. This game teaches not just counting but also conditioning. A child requires to adapt and change combinations according to the rules to emerge victorious. The game is perfect for elementary school.

2. Tic Tac Toe – pre-intermediate level
The interactive game helps to resolve one of the main struggles for a youth mathematician around 8 y.o. – dividing. In an entertaining manner, of course. Playing against human-like intelligence, a child also learns tactics. How to beat a computer smartly? The rules are simple: every correct answer gives you X, wrong one – O. this way, a one-purpose well-known tic tac toe is shown in a new light.

3. The Time Change Baseball Game – intermediate level
This game is definitely the most competitive from the list! It includes two teams and counts scores. If your child likes sports this game is a perfect way to spend spare 15 minutes time before the training. However, it can be played solo too. First, there is a multiple choice with the clock; when an answer is correct, a team has a chance to score points, playing with a ball. This game is a lot of fun and it can be played on computer, laptop and tablets.

As for the skills the game gives, it is both fast counting and understanding non-electronic clocks – the time change baseball game is here to uplift both. It is much easier to learn when vivid interest is evoked, isn’t it?

4. Triangle Logic Game – intermediate level
A child needs to place nine different numbers inside the six balloons on the picture. The sum on the given side of the triangle is equal to the same given number. Importantly, the numbers must not be repeated. If it sounds like a challenge, it is a wonderful reason to spend some time playing this game together with your child. We believe it will contribute to the uniqueness of your quality time with family. Also, it can be played on Birthdays or some other celebrations for kids. It looks pretty solemn. So that young investigators are likely to appreciate such an activity during a kiddy party. For more convenience, you can print the scheme, by downloading it from here.

4. SplashLearn Games for PreK-Grade 5
SplashLearn is transforming the way elementary school children in grades K-5 learn and study math through a highly engaging, and personalized program. SplashLearn is available across all digital platforms (iOS, Desktops, Android) and has been used by more than 40 Million students worldwide. It has won many awards and has been featured by Apple multiple times.
As your child explores new worlds and befriends magical creatures, they discover more than one way to solve a problem!
With no timed challenges or overbearing skill progression, our games offer a safe space for your child to explore and make mistakes.
Whether it's extra practice or a fun challenge, SplashLearn's games deliver real learning outcomes, always!
Children who play SplashLearn more than 4 times a week show learning improvement of more than 77% within the first 2 months.

At Kiddy School we believe that building strong mathematical skills starts from smaller steps such as games to train logic and have fun. Most importantly, to provoke a child's desire to play, investigate and, unquestionably, win!
Though if you still feel like we did not answer your question from the first paragraph, check out the blogpost about visual content making and blogging. What if your kid has a hidden talent for professional video or photo editing? There is only one way to know – try!
If you would like to try cultivating love in mathematics in a more professional way than online games, our teacher is at your service!

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