Math typically isn’t the first thing people think of when it’s summer. But there are fun ways you can incorporate it into every day life! There are games, books, DVDs and more to keep your kid’s math skills sharp all summer long!
Since it’s so important to keep the learning going, especially for this essential skill, I’ve rounded up some math resources that are actually FUN so you can keep your kids on track during the hottest months of the year. From music videos to volcanic explosions, these are great resources to have fun learning math.
1. Rock n Learn: Early Math
These DVD’s are super fun. They have rock, and even hip hop to help kids get excited about learning math. The Early Math DVDs cover addition & subtraction, telling time, and money & making change. Each DVD has 12 to 18 video segments, and each video lasts about an hour.
Cost: $36.99 (save $23) –> Get It Now
2. Times Tales
Times Tales is a very popular series of videos and games that use stories to help kids memorize their upper times tables. Why? It helps kids learn the multiplication tables in an hour – with songs and visuals!
Cost: $19.99 (save $10) –> Get It Now
3. Math Slam
It is what it sounds like – sort of like a Bop It for math learning, this tool uses sounds and lights – and slams – to engage kids in a fun contest of math acuity. There are 3 levels, with13 questions each. When they lower their time to answer, they boost their score!
Cost: $40.99 (save $2) –> Get It Now
4. ShillerMath Fraction Set
ShillerMath’s Fraction Set is a comprehensive supplement to any math curriculum. Part of why it’s great is it’s hands on, and incorporates, visual, kinesthetic and practical learning. It includes a fractions lesson book, answer guide, parent guide, catchy songs, and unlimited downloadable resources.
Cost: $89.95 (save $10) –> Get It Now
5. Magic School Bus Math Explosion
Mix a little hands-on science with the math and you’ve got active learners on your hands! As a student, it was difficult for me to grasp math concepts I didn’t see applied in the real world. Here’s a delightful antidote for young learners.
Cost: $53.99 (Save $6) –> Get It Now
What kind of games and activities do your kids like to do to keep up on their math skills? Let us know in the comments below.
