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Interactive Math Game--Divisibility Circus: 9

Interactive Math Game--Divisibility Circus: 9

Topic

Division

Description

This exciting whack-a-mole game focuses on divisibility rules, helping students practice their skills. Use this math game to review divisibility rules. Pop the balloons that have a number divisible by 9 and get 5 points. Pop any other balloons and lose 2 points. Balloons stay onscreen for 10 seconds.

Relevance to Topic: This game provides an engaging way to reinforce the concept of divisibility. By identifying divisible numbers quickly, students develop critical thinking skills related to number theory and patterns in mathematics. Divisibility rules help simplify complex calculations and enhance mathematical fluency.

Teacher's Script: "Today, we’re going to play an interactive game that challenges our knowledge of divisibility rules. In this game, your goal is to quickly identify numbers that meet the divisibility criteria. Pop the balloons that have a number divisible by 9 and get 5 points. Pop any other balloons and lose 2 points. Balloons stay onscreen for 10 seconds. Remember to use the divisibility rules we’ve discussed, such as checking the last digit for 2 or summing the digits for 3. Let’s see how quickly and accurately you can apply these rules!"

For a complete collection of math games related to Divisibility click on this link: Math Games: Whack-a-Mole Collection.

Common Core Standards CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.5.NBT.B.6
Grade Range 6 - 8
Curriculum Nodes Algebra
    • The Language of Math
        • Numerical Expressions
Copyright Year 2015
Keywords divisibility rule, divisibility rules, divisibility by 9