MathGames would work well as an in-class practice tool or for creating homework assignments. Assign specific games or question sets based on skill level and any progress reports based on previous assignments. The search filter makes it easy to create assignments by grade, skill, or standard.
Continue readingMathGames includes an interactive set of games and assessment-style questions that are aligned with Common Core State Standards. Skills range from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. Parents, caregivers, and teachers can sign up for a free account by entering an email address and then adding classes and students. Kids can then access assignments by logging in with a username and password. Users can search the games and interactive questions to create assignments, and searches can be filtered by grade, skills, or CCSS. When kids log into their student accounts and complete assignments, progress reports are automatically generated.
The designers of MathGames have done a fine job of creating a content-rich site packed with CCSS-aligned learning opportunities. Kids can learn math skills ranging from basic counting and number sense to algebra and statistics. The games challenge kids to apply these skills in unique settings, and the interactive questions are an excellent way to practice and prepare for assessments. Games are customized depending on a player's mastery of a skill set and level of experience. Kids can easily view their progress and identify areas of strengths and weaknesses. Feedback is brief: either positive praise or encouragement to keep trying. MathGames isn't a stand-alone instructional tool, but it's an excellent resource for supporting curriculum.