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After School Quick STEM / Number Card Maths Game

Number Card Maths Game

Children use a deck of coloured number cards to play quick adding and multiplying games, turning maths practice into friendly competition.

How to run it

  1. Deal a few number cards to each player in a small group.
  2. Flip two cards from the deck and have players race to add or multiply them.
  3. Award the pair to the first correct answer.
  4. Switch operations every few rounds.
  5. The player with the most cards at the end wins.

You will need

  • number card deck or standard playing cards
  • paper and pencils for working out
Make it easier or harderUse addition only with small numbers for younger children; older children can use three cards or mixed operations.
My Time Our Place · Outcome 4Children practise number facts and mental strategies in a playful, low-pressure way.

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