{"id":415,"date":"2022-09-21T00:52:44","date_gmt":"2022-09-21T00:52:44","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/onlineduatease.com\/?p=415"},"modified":"2022-09-04T03:13:36","modified_gmt":"2022-09-04T03:13:36","slug":"28-math-card-games-that-turn-students-into-aces","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/onlineduatease.com\/index.php\/2022\/09\/21\/28-math-card-games-that-turn-students-into-aces\/","title":{"rendered":"28 Math Card Games That Turn Students Into Aces"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"\">Need a way to get students more excited about building math skills? A deck of playing cards might just be the answer. These math card games work for little ones and older kids alike, and they\u2019re all free to learn and play. Draw a few to add to your winning math class hand today!<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"\">1. Match to make 11<\/h2>\n<p class=\"\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/math-card-games-make-11.jpg\" alt=\"Three rows of three playing cards each, laid out face up (Math Card Games)\" width=\"650\" height=\"622\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/math-card-games-make-11.jpg 650w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/math-card-games-make-11-400x383.jpg 400w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/math-card-games-make-11-127x122.jpg 127w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/math-card-games-make-11-300x287.jpg 300w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Lay out three rows of three cards each, face up. Then check to see if you can find any two cards that add up to 11. If so, remove those cards and set them aside. Replace them with new cards from the deck. Continue until you run out of cards or can\u2019t make any more matches.<\/p>\n<div id=\"weareteachers-4e4cf0225d1a2c0049fb7c49e674ba0b\" class=\"weareteachers-4e4cf0225d1a2c0049fb7c49e674ba0b weareteachers-content\"><\/div>\n<p class=\"\">Learn more: Game Rules<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"\">2. Race to 100<\/h2>\n<p class=\"\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-123-Homeschool-4-Me.jpg\" alt=\"Playing cards with pen and paper on which is written a running total for Player 1\" width=\"650\" height=\"375\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-123-Homeschool-4-Me.jpg 650w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-123-Homeschool-4-Me-400x231.jpg 400w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-123-Homeschool-4-Me-211x122.jpg 211w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-123-Homeschool-4-Me-300x173.jpg 300w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Flip a card and add its value to your running total. First person to reach 100 without going over wins! (Remove face cards for younger players; use these values for older kids: Jack = 11, Queen = 12, King = 13, Ace = 0.)<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Learn more: 123Homeschool4Me<\/p>\n<h2>3. Play a game of 21<\/h2>\n<p class=\"\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/math-card-games-21.jpg\" alt=\"Playing cards laid out face up on a table\" width=\"650\" height=\"645\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/math-card-games-21.jpg 650w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/math-card-games-21-400x397.jpg 400w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/math-card-games-21-123x122.jpg 123w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/math-card-games-21-65x65.jpg 65w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/math-card-games-21-50x50.jpg 50w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/math-card-games-21-300x298.jpg 300w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>In Vegas, they call this one \u201cBlackjack,\u201d but it makes a great learning game for kids too (no need to place bets). Not only do they practice their addition skills, but they\u2019ll also get a little practice at thinking logically and calculating the odds.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Learn more: Planning With Kids<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"\">4. Try pyramid solitaire alone or in teams<\/h2>\n<p class=\"\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Multiplication-dot-com.jpg\" alt=\"Math Card Games Multiplication dot com\" width=\"650\" height=\"535\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Multiplication-dot-com.jpg 650w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Multiplication-dot-com-400x329.jpg 400w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Multiplication-dot-com-148x122.jpg 148w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Multiplication-dot-com-300x247.jpg 300w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Some versions of solitaire are really just sneaky math card games, and pyramid is one of them. Try to find cards that add up to 10 as you clear your pyramid row by row. Learn how to play at the link below.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Learn more: Multiplication.com<\/p>\n<h2>5. Flip and add one or subtract one<\/h2>\n<h2 class=\"\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" style=\"font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 19px;\" src=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/math-card-games-plus-minus-1.jpg\" alt=\"Child flipping a playing card from a deck (Math Card Games)\" width=\"650\" height=\"541\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/math-card-games-plus-minus-1.jpg 650w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/math-card-games-plus-minus-1-400x333.jpg 400w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/math-card-games-plus-minus-1-147x122.jpg 147w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/math-card-games-plus-minus-1-300x250.jpg 300w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/h2>\n<p>There are a few versions of this basic addition and subtraction game. We like this one: Remove the face cards from the deck. Flip a card. If it\u2019s red, add one and say the amount out loud. If it\u2019s black, subtract one. Get it right? You get to keep the card!<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Learn more: Plus One Minus One\/Creative Family Fun<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"\">6. Go fish for pairs that make 10<\/h2>\n<p class=\"\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-The-First-Grader-Roundup-2-1.jpg\" alt=\"Student holding playing cards with two cards adding up to 10 laid face up on the table\" width=\"650\" height=\"784\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-The-First-Grader-Roundup-2-1.jpg 650w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-The-First-Grader-Roundup-2-1-400x482.jpg 400w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-The-First-Grader-Roundup-2-1-101x122.jpg 101w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-The-First-Grader-Roundup-2-1-300x362.jpg 300w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Your students probably already know how to play Go Fish, but in this version, they\u2019re fishing for pairs that add up to 10. Have them ask: \u201cI have a 2. Do you have an 8 to make 10?\u201d Change aces to 1 for this game and leave face cards out entirely.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Learn more: Go Fish\/The First Grade Roundup<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"\">7. Calculate the gain or loss<\/h2>\n<p class=\"\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/math-card-games-gain-and-loss.jpg\" alt=\"Printable worksheet for Gain and Loss math card game\" width=\"650\" height=\"398\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/math-card-games-gain-and-loss.jpg 480w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/math-card-games-gain-and-loss-400x245.jpg 400w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/math-card-games-gain-and-loss-199x122.jpg 199w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/math-card-games-gain-and-loss-300x184.jpg 300w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Each player starts with 15 points. Player one flips a card (remove face cards or assign them point values first). If the card is black, they add it to their total. If it\u2019s red, they subtract it. Highest point total when all the cards are gone wins! Get a free printable worksheet to use with this game at the link.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Learn more: Guided Math<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"\">8. Practice counting on with cards<\/h2>\n<p class=\"\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Creative-Family-Fun.jpg\" alt=\"Student with a deck of cards and die\" width=\"650\" height=\"434\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Creative-Family-Fun.jpg 650w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Creative-Family-Fun-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Creative-Family-Fun-183x122.jpg 183w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Creative-Family-Fun-450x300.jpg 450w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Creative-Family-Fun-300x200.jpg 300w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Remove the face cards for this one, and grab a die. Players flip a card and roll the die. Starting with the number on the card, they \u201ccount on\u201d using the number on the die. For instance, if the player flips a 7 and rolls a 4, they would say, \u201c7 \u2026 8, 9, 10, 11.\u201d If they get it correct, they keep the card.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Learn more: Creative Family Fun<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"\">9. Card turnover and multiply (or add)<\/h2>\n<p class=\"\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/math-card-games-quick-draw.jpg\" alt=\"Two playing cards shown face up (Math Card Games)\" width=\"650\" height=\"410\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/math-card-games-quick-draw.jpg 650w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/math-card-games-quick-draw-400x252.jpg 400w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/math-card-games-quick-draw-193x122.jpg 193w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/math-card-games-quick-draw-300x189.jpg 300w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"\">This one is so simple! Have students pair up. One person flips two cards from the deck. The first student to multiply (or add, depending on what you want to practice) them correctly and call out the answer wins and takes both cards. Play continues until all the cards are gone, and the winner is the one with the most cards.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Learn more: Turnover\/Top Notch Teaching<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"\">10. Try for a total of 10<\/h2>\n<p class=\"\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-The-First-Grader-Roundup.jpg\" alt=\"Playing cards laid out face up with some grouped to add up to 10\" width=\"650\" height=\"400\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-The-First-Grader-Roundup.jpg 650w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-The-First-Grader-Roundup-400x246.jpg 400w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-The-First-Grader-Roundup-198x122.jpg 198w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-The-First-Grader-Roundup-300x185.jpg 300w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Play this math card game alone or as a team. Lay out 20 cards on the table (leave out face cards or change them to equal 0, while aces equal 1). Kids remove sets of cards that add up to 10, ultimately trying to remove all the cards from the table. It\u2019s harder than you think!<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Learn more: Total of 10\/The First Grade Roundup<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"\">11. Practice number sequencing with Builder\u2019s Paradise<\/h2>\n<p class=\"\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Math-Geek-Mama.jpg\" alt=\"Playing cards laid out face up (Math Card Games)\" width=\"650\" height=\"696\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Math-Geek-Mama.jpg 650w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Math-Geek-Mama-400x428.jpg 400w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Math-Geek-Mama-114x122.jpg 114w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Math-Geek-Mama-300x321.jpg 300w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Simple math card games can help kids learn how to put numbers in order. To play Builder\u2019s Paradise, discard the face cards and lay out the four sevens in a deck side by side. In each round, players work to add the next higher or lower number in each suit, trying to be the first to get rid of all their cards. Get the full how-to at the link below.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Learn more: Builder\u2019s Paradise\/Math Geek Mama<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"\">12. Add decimals to \u201cmake a buck\u201d<\/h2>\n<p class=\"\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Math-Geek-Mama-4.jpg\" alt=\"Student holding a selection of playing cards (Math Card Games)\" width=\"650\" height=\"489\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Math-Geek-Mama-4.jpg 650w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Math-Geek-Mama-4-400x301.jpg 400w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Math-Geek-Mama-4-162x122.jpg 162w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Math-Geek-Mama-4-300x226.jpg 300w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Draw, swap, and discard to make a hand that equals $1. Learn what face cards equal and get all the rules at the link.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Learn more: Make a Buck\/Math Geek Mama<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"\">13. Declare a fraction war<\/h2>\n<p class=\"\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Mrs-Weigands-Resources-1.jpg\" alt=\"Two sets of playing cards laid out with pencils to create fractions\" width=\"650\" height=\"485\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Mrs-Weigands-Resources-1.jpg 650w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Mrs-Weigands-Resources-1-400x298.jpg 400w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Mrs-Weigands-Resources-1-164x122.jpg 164w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Mrs-Weigands-Resources-1-300x224.jpg 300w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"\">War is one of the original math card games, but this version adds a fraction aspect. Students deal two cards\u2014a numerator and denominator\u2014then determine whose fraction is the largest. The winner keeps all four cards, and play continues until the cards are gone. (Click here for more fun and free fraction games.)<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Learn more: Math File Folder Games<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"\">14. Learn numbers with card bingo<\/h2>\n<p class=\"\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Top-Notch-Teaching.jpg\" alt=\"Playing cards laid out in rows, with some face up and some face down (Math Card Games)\" width=\"650\" height=\"628\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Top-Notch-Teaching.jpg 650w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Top-Notch-Teaching-400x386.jpg 400w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Top-Notch-Teaching-126x122.jpg 126w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Top-Notch-Teaching-300x290.jpg 300w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Remove the face cards and have each student lay out a 4 x 4 playing \u201cboard\u201d of cards. The remaining cards (or another deck) are placed face down, and a caller flips over a card. Any player who has that number on their board turns the card face down. Play continues until one player has a row flipped over horizontally, vertically, or diagonally and calls \u201cBingo!\u201d<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Learn more: Card Bingo\/Top Notch Teaching<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"\">15. Play a game of \u201cI Spy\u201d<\/h2>\n<p class=\"\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Susan-Jones-Teaching.jpg\" alt=\"Playing cards laid out face up in four rows of four, with a deck next to it (Math Card Games)\" width=\"650\" height=\"650\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Susan-Jones-Teaching.jpg 650w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Susan-Jones-Teaching-400x400.jpg 400w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Susan-Jones-Teaching-122x122.jpg 122w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Susan-Jones-Teaching-65x65.jpg 65w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Susan-Jones-Teaching-50x50.jpg 50w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Susan-Jones-Teaching-300x300.jpg 300w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Lay out cards on the table, then take turns giving clues. \u201cI spy two cards that add up to 12.\u201d Differentiate for younger kids with options like, \u201cI spy a card that\u2019s less than 4,\u201d or for older ones: \u201cI spy two cards that are factors of 12.\u201d<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Learn more: Susan Jones\u2019 Teaching<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"\">16. Use order of operations to get to 24<\/h2>\n<p class=\"\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Learn-With-Math-Games.jpg\" alt=\"Playing cards laid out to create a math equation with multiplication, division, and parentheses\" width=\"650\" height=\"183\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Learn-With-Math-Games.jpg 650w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Learn-With-Math-Games-400x113.jpg 400w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Learn-With-Math-Games-220x62.jpg 220w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Learn-With-Math-Games-300x84.jpg 300w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Math card games aren\u2019t just for little kids\u2014even adults will find this one a bit tricky. Each player is dealt four cards, then uses the order-of-operations rules to try to make a number as close to 24 as possible. Simple but challenging!<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Learn more: Learn With Math Games<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"\">17. Take a gamble with triple-digit dare<\/h2>\n<p class=\"\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Math-Coach-Corner.jpg\" alt=\"Playing cards laid out on place value mat with sections for ones, tenths, and hundredths\" width=\"650\" height=\"359\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Math-Coach-Corner.jpg 650w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Math-Coach-Corner-400x221.jpg 400w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Math-Coach-Corner-220x122.jpg 220w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Math-Coach-Corner-300x166.jpg 300w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Each player gets three cards and privately determines the highest three-digit number they can make (you can use decimals or not, depending on age). Then, each player has a turn to stick with the cards they have, swap with one from the deck, or steal one of the other player\u2019s. All players then lay down their best number to see who wins. See more at the link below.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Learn more: Math Coach\u2019s Corner<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"\">18. Deal and round to tens to win<\/h2>\n<p class=\"\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Adventures-in-Third-Grade.jpg\" alt=\"Playing cards laid out on printable worksheet called Round to the Nearest Ten (Math Card Games)\" width=\"650\" height=\"514\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Adventures-in-Third-Grade.jpg 800w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Adventures-in-Third-Grade-400x317.jpg 400w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Adventures-in-Third-Grade-768x608.jpg 768w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Adventures-in-Third-Grade-154x122.jpg 154w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Adventures-in-Third-Grade-300x237.jpg 300w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Each player deals two cards and lays them on the board. Then, round to the nearest 10 to find the winner of that hand.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Learn more: Adventures in Third Grade<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"\">19. Find a way to make 10<\/h2>\n<p class=\"\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Mama-Papa-Bubba.jpg\" alt=\"Student using playing cards and free printable worksheet to play Make Ten\" width=\"650\" height=\"433\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Mama-Papa-Bubba.jpg 650w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Mama-Papa-Bubba-400x266.jpg 400w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Mama-Papa-Bubba-183x122.jpg 183w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Mama-Papa-Bubba-450x300.jpg 450w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Mama-Papa-Bubba-300x200.jpg 300w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"\">One of the terrific things about math card games is that many of them can be customized for various concepts and skill levels. The original goal of this game was to look at the cards you\u2019re dealt to find ones that add up to 10, but it can be changed to 15, 20, or any number you choose. You can also add to the difficulty by allowing addition and subtraction (for example, you could use 8 + 4 = 12 and 12 \u2013 2 = 10). Get the rules and free printable mats at the link below.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Learn more: Mama.Papa.Bubba<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"\">20. Use Close Call to practice two-digit addition or subtraction<\/h2>\n<p class=\"\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Math-Geek-Mama-2.jpg\" alt=\"Playing cards with printable worksheet for math card games\" width=\"650\" height=\"653\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Math-Geek-Mama-2.jpg 650w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Math-Geek-Mama-2-400x402.jpg 400w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Math-Geek-Mama-2-121x122.jpg 121w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Math-Geek-Mama-2-65x65.jpg 65w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Math-Geek-Mama-2-50x50.jpg 50w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Math-Geek-Mama-2-300x301.jpg 300w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"\">The best math card games are simple at heart. To play Close Call, each player deals themselves four cards, then determines how to arrange them so they make two two-digit numbers that add up as close as possible to 100 without going over. For a subtraction version, work to get as close to zero as possible. Learn how to play at the link.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Learn more: Close Call\/Math Geek Mama<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"\">21. Let card color indicate negative or positive<\/h2>\n<p class=\"\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Filling-the-Frame-With-Learning.jpg\" alt=\"Student holding playing cards\" width=\"650\" height=\"754\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Filling-the-Frame-With-Learning.jpg 650w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Filling-the-Frame-With-Learning-400x464.jpg 400w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Filling-the-Frame-With-Learning-105x122.jpg 105w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Filling-the-Frame-With-Learning-300x348.jpg 300w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"\">In this game, red cards are negative integers, while black cards are positive. Students attempt to play pairs of cards that total 6 or \u20136. You can change the goal number as needed.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Learn more: Filling the Frame With Learning<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"\">22. Take a trip around the card spiral to practice math facts<\/h2>\n<p class=\"\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-My-Baba.jpg\" alt=\"Playing cards laid out face up in a spiral with dice\" width=\"650\" height=\"858\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-My-Baba.jpg 650w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-My-Baba-388x512.jpg 388w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-My-Baba-92x122.jpg 92w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-My-Baba-300x396.jpg 300w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"\">You\u2019ll need a pair of dice for this math card game. Lay out cards randomly in a spiral formation as shown, and set a marker for each player on the center card. Player one rolls the dice then moves their piece that number of spaces shown. They then must multiply (or add or subtract, depending on preferences) the card number by the number on the dice. If they get the answer correct, they stay where they are. If not, they return to their original card. Play continues until one player reaches the end.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Learn more: My Baba<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"\">23. Flip to make a prime number<\/h2>\n<p class=\"\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Games4Learning-2.jpg\" alt=\"Playing cards laid face down, with a five and eight face up (Math Card Games)\" width=\"650\" height=\"682\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Games4Learning-2.jpg 650w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Games4Learning-2-400x420.jpg 400w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Games4Learning-2-116x122.jpg 116w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Games4Learning-2-300x315.jpg 300w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Flip two cards. If you can add, subtract, or multiply them to make a prime number (use one or all of these operations), you get to keep them.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Learn more: Flip for Prime\/Games4Learning<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"\">24. Be the fastest in the race to pi<\/h2>\n<p class=\"\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Math-Geek-Mama-3.jpg\" alt=\"Student laying out playing cards to represent the digits of pi\" width=\"650\" height=\"602\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Math-Geek-Mama-3.jpg 650w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Math-Geek-Mama-3-400x370.jpg 400w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Math-Geek-Mama-3-132x122.jpg 132w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Math-Geek-Mama-3-300x278.jpg 300w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"\">In this game, kids work to lay out the digits of pi in order. It\u2019s a simple draw-and-play game that will help familiarize students with this important number. You can write out the digits first or see who knows them from memory. Find out how to play at the link below.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Learn more: Race to Pi\/Math Geek Mama<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"\">25. Pick three to make number sentences<\/h2>\n<p class=\"\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Games4Learning.jpg\" alt=\"Playing cards laid out face down with three cards turned face up\" width=\"650\" height=\"650\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Games4Learning.jpg 650w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Games4Learning-400x400.jpg 400w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Games4Learning-122x122.jpg 122w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Games4Learning-65x65.jpg 65w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Games4Learning-50x50.jpg 50w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Games4Learning-300x300.jpg 300w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Flip any three cards. If you can use them to form a valid equation (8 \u2013 3 = 5), you keep the cards!<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Learn more: Number Sentences\/Games4Learning<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"\">26. Do some basic fast facts practice<\/h2>\n<p class=\"\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Top-Notch-Teaching-2.jpg\" alt=\"Two decks of cards with two cards laying face up (Math Card Games)\" width=\"650\" height=\"650\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Top-Notch-Teaching-2.jpg 650w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Top-Notch-Teaching-2-400x400.jpg 400w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Top-Notch-Teaching-2-122x122.jpg 122w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Top-Notch-Teaching-2-65x65.jpg 65w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Top-Notch-Teaching-2-50x50.jpg 50w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Top-Notch-Teaching-2-300x300.jpg 300w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Give your flash cards a rest and practice facts with math card games instead. Simply lay down two cards from the deck (remove the face cards first) and add, subtract, or multiply them. Kids can work on this alone, or you can make it a contest to see who can call out the correct answer first.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Learn more: Math Facts\/Top Notch Teaching<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"\">27. Challenge them to beat the teacher<\/h2>\n<p class=\"\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Relief-Teaching-Ideas.jpg\" alt=\"Four playing cards above a chart of place values\" width=\"650\" height=\"545\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Relief-Teaching-Ideas.jpg 650w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Relief-Teaching-Ideas-400x335.jpg 400w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Relief-Teaching-Ideas-146x122.jpg 146w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Relief-Teaching-Ideas-300x252.jpg 300w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Practice place value by drawing cards and trying to build the largest number possible. Kids play against the teacher to see who wins! Get the rules at the link below. (Find more fun place value activities here.)<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Learn more: The Teaching Love Fest\/TpT<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"\">28. Read minds to figure out the correct numbers<\/h2>\n<p class=\"\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Acing-Math.jpg\" alt=\"2 stick figures holding cards up to their foreheads, with a third saying &quot;The product is 21.&quot; (Math Card Games)\" width=\"650\" height=\"286\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Acing-Math.jpg 650w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Acing-Math-400x176.jpg 400w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Acing-Math-220x97.jpg 220w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Acing-Math-300x132.jpg 300w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Two students draw a card from the deck without looking and hold it up to their forehead facing out. A third student mentally multiplies the numbers and gives them the product. The students then must figure out what number each is holding. You can do this with addition and subtraction too. You\u2019ll find this game along with dozens of other math card games in the free printable book at the link below.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Learn more: Acing Math (PDF)<\/p>\n<h3>If your students like math games, try these dice games that teachers and students will love!<\/h3>\n<h3>Plus, sign up for our free newsletters and get all the latest teaching ideas, straight to your inbox!<\/h3>\n<p class=\"\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-2-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"28 Math Card Games That Turn Students Into Aces\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-2-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-2-341x512.jpg 341w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-2-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-2-81x122.jpg 81w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-2-300x450.jpg 300w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-2-33x50.jpg 33w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-2.jpg 1000w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>,<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/math-games.png\" alt=\"Examples of card games\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/math-games.png 800w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/math-games-400x225.png 400w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/math-games-272x153.png 272w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/math-games-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/math-games-217x122.png 217w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/math-games-490x275.png 490w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/math-games-556x312.png 556w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/math-games-388x218.png 388w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/math-games-258x145.png 258w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/math-games-660x370.png 660w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/math-games-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/math-games-50x28.png 50w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"articleBody\">\n<div class=\"at-above-post addthis_tool\" data-url=\"https:\/\/www.weareteachers.com\/math-card-games\/\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"boldgrid-section\">\n<div class=\"container-fluid\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"col-md-12 col-xs-12 col-sm-12\">\n<p class=\"\">Need a way to get students more excited about building math skills? A deck of playing cards might just be the answer. These math card games work for little ones and older kids alike, and they\u2019re all free to learn and play. Draw a few to add to your winning math class hand today!<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"\">1. Match to make 11<\/h2>\n<p class=\"\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/math-card-games-make-11.jpg\" alt=\"Three rows of three playing cards each, laid out face up (Math Card Games)\" width=\"650\" height=\"622\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/math-card-games-make-11.jpg 650w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/math-card-games-make-11-400x383.jpg 400w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/math-card-games-make-11-127x122.jpg 127w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/math-card-games-make-11-300x287.jpg 300w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Lay out three rows of three cards each, face up. Then check to see if you can find any two cards that add up to 11. If so, remove those cards and set them aside. Replace them with new cards from the deck. Continue until you run out of cards or can\u2019t make any more matches.<\/p>\n<div id=\"weareteachers-4e4cf0225d1a2c0049fb7c49e674ba0b\" class=\"weareteachers-4e4cf0225d1a2c0049fb7c49e674ba0b weareteachers-content\"><\/div>\n<p class=\"\">Learn more: Game Rules<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"\">2. Race to 100<\/h2>\n<p class=\"\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-123-Homeschool-4-Me.jpg\" alt=\"Playing cards with pen and paper on which is written a running total for Player 1\" width=\"650\" height=\"375\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-123-Homeschool-4-Me.jpg 650w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-123-Homeschool-4-Me-400x231.jpg 400w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-123-Homeschool-4-Me-211x122.jpg 211w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-123-Homeschool-4-Me-300x173.jpg 300w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Flip a card and add its value to your running total. First person to reach 100 without going over wins! (Remove face cards for younger players; use these values for older kids: Jack = 11, Queen = 12, King = 13, Ace = 0.)<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Learn more: 123Homeschool4Me<\/p>\n<h2>3. Play a game of 21<\/h2>\n<p class=\"\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/math-card-games-21.jpg\" alt=\"Playing cards laid out face up on a table\" width=\"650\" height=\"645\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/math-card-games-21.jpg 650w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/math-card-games-21-400x397.jpg 400w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/math-card-games-21-123x122.jpg 123w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/math-card-games-21-65x65.jpg 65w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/math-card-games-21-50x50.jpg 50w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/math-card-games-21-300x298.jpg 300w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>In Vegas, they call this one \u201cBlackjack,\u201d but it makes a great learning game for kids too (no need to place bets). Not only do they practice their addition skills, but they\u2019ll also get a little practice at thinking logically and calculating the odds.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Learn more: Planning With Kids<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"\">4. Try pyramid solitaire alone or in teams<\/h2>\n<p class=\"\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Multiplication-dot-com.jpg\" alt=\"Math Card Games Multiplication dot com\" width=\"650\" height=\"535\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Multiplication-dot-com.jpg 650w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Multiplication-dot-com-400x329.jpg 400w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Multiplication-dot-com-148x122.jpg 148w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Multiplication-dot-com-300x247.jpg 300w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Some versions of solitaire are really just sneaky math card games, and pyramid is one of them. Try to find cards that add up to 10 as you clear your pyramid row by row. Learn how to play at the link below.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Learn more: Multiplication.com<\/p>\n<h2>5. Flip and add one or subtract one<\/h2>\n<h2 class=\"\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" style=\"font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 19px;\" src=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/math-card-games-plus-minus-1.jpg\" alt=\"Child flipping a playing card from a deck (Math Card Games)\" width=\"650\" height=\"541\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/math-card-games-plus-minus-1.jpg 650w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/math-card-games-plus-minus-1-400x333.jpg 400w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/math-card-games-plus-minus-1-147x122.jpg 147w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/math-card-games-plus-minus-1-300x250.jpg 300w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/h2>\n<p>There are a few versions of this basic addition and subtraction game. We like this one: Remove the face cards from the deck. Flip a card. If it\u2019s red, add one and say the amount out loud. If it\u2019s black, subtract one. Get it right? You get to keep the card!<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Learn more: Plus One Minus One\/Creative Family Fun<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"\">6. Go fish for pairs that make 10<\/h2>\n<p class=\"\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-The-First-Grader-Roundup-2-1.jpg\" alt=\"Student holding playing cards with two cards adding up to 10 laid face up on the table\" width=\"650\" height=\"784\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-The-First-Grader-Roundup-2-1.jpg 650w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-The-First-Grader-Roundup-2-1-400x482.jpg 400w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-The-First-Grader-Roundup-2-1-101x122.jpg 101w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-The-First-Grader-Roundup-2-1-300x362.jpg 300w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Your students probably already know how to play Go Fish, but in this version, they\u2019re fishing for pairs that add up to 10. Have them ask: \u201cI have a 2. Do you have an 8 to make 10?\u201d Change aces to 1 for this game and leave face cards out entirely.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Learn more: Go Fish\/The First Grade Roundup<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"\">7. Calculate the gain or loss<\/h2>\n<p class=\"\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/math-card-games-gain-and-loss.jpg\" alt=\"Printable worksheet for Gain and Loss math card game\" width=\"650\" height=\"398\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/math-card-games-gain-and-loss.jpg 480w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/math-card-games-gain-and-loss-400x245.jpg 400w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/math-card-games-gain-and-loss-199x122.jpg 199w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/math-card-games-gain-and-loss-300x184.jpg 300w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Each player starts with 15 points. Player one flips a card (remove face cards or assign them point values first). If the card is black, they add it to their total. If it\u2019s red, they subtract it. Highest point total when all the cards are gone wins! Get a free printable worksheet to use with this game at the link.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Learn more: Guided Math<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"\">8. Practice counting on with cards<\/h2>\n<p class=\"\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Creative-Family-Fun.jpg\" alt=\"Student with a deck of cards and die\" width=\"650\" height=\"434\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Creative-Family-Fun.jpg 650w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Creative-Family-Fun-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Creative-Family-Fun-183x122.jpg 183w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Creative-Family-Fun-450x300.jpg 450w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Creative-Family-Fun-300x200.jpg 300w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Remove the face cards for this one, and grab a die. Players flip a card and roll the die. Starting with the number on the card, they \u201ccount on\u201d using the number on the die. For instance, if the player flips a 7 and rolls a 4, they would say, \u201c7 \u2026 8, 9, 10, 11.\u201d If they get it correct, they keep the card.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Learn more: Creative Family Fun<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"\">9. Card turnover and multiply (or add)<\/h2>\n<p class=\"\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/math-card-games-quick-draw.jpg\" alt=\"Two playing cards shown face up (Math Card Games)\" width=\"650\" height=\"410\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/math-card-games-quick-draw.jpg 650w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/math-card-games-quick-draw-400x252.jpg 400w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/math-card-games-quick-draw-193x122.jpg 193w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/math-card-games-quick-draw-300x189.jpg 300w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"\">This one is so simple! Have students pair up. One person flips two cards from the deck. The first student to multiply (or add, depending on what you want to practice) them correctly and call out the answer wins and takes both cards. Play continues until all the cards are gone, and the winner is the one with the most cards.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Learn more: Turnover\/Top Notch Teaching<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"\">10. Try for a total of 10<\/h2>\n<p class=\"\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-The-First-Grader-Roundup.jpg\" alt=\"Playing cards laid out face up with some grouped to add up to 10\" width=\"650\" height=\"400\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-The-First-Grader-Roundup.jpg 650w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-The-First-Grader-Roundup-400x246.jpg 400w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-The-First-Grader-Roundup-198x122.jpg 198w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-The-First-Grader-Roundup-300x185.jpg 300w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Play this math card game alone or as a team. Lay out 20 cards on the table (leave out face cards or change them to equal 0, while aces equal 1). Kids remove sets of cards that add up to 10, ultimately trying to remove all the cards from the table. It\u2019s harder than you think!<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Learn more: Total of 10\/The First Grade Roundup<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"\">11. Practice number sequencing with Builder\u2019s Paradise<\/h2>\n<p class=\"\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Math-Geek-Mama.jpg\" alt=\"Playing cards laid out face up (Math Card Games)\" width=\"650\" height=\"696\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Math-Geek-Mama.jpg 650w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Math-Geek-Mama-400x428.jpg 400w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Math-Geek-Mama-114x122.jpg 114w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Math-Geek-Mama-300x321.jpg 300w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Simple math card games can help kids learn how to put numbers in order. To play Builder\u2019s Paradise, discard the face cards and lay out the four sevens in a deck side by side. In each round, players work to add the next higher or lower number in each suit, trying to be the first to get rid of all their cards. Get the full how-to at the link below.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Learn more: Builder\u2019s Paradise\/Math Geek Mama<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"\">12. Add decimals to \u201cmake a buck\u201d<\/h2>\n<p class=\"\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Math-Geek-Mama-4.jpg\" alt=\"Student holding a selection of playing cards (Math Card Games)\" width=\"650\" height=\"489\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Math-Geek-Mama-4.jpg 650w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Math-Geek-Mama-4-400x301.jpg 400w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Math-Geek-Mama-4-162x122.jpg 162w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Math-Geek-Mama-4-300x226.jpg 300w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Draw, swap, and discard to make a hand that equals $1. Learn what face cards equal and get all the rules at the link.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Learn more: Make a Buck\/Math Geek Mama<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"\">13. Declare a fraction war<\/h2>\n<p class=\"\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Mrs-Weigands-Resources-1.jpg\" alt=\"Two sets of playing cards laid out with pencils to create fractions\" width=\"650\" height=\"485\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Mrs-Weigands-Resources-1.jpg 650w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Mrs-Weigands-Resources-1-400x298.jpg 400w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Mrs-Weigands-Resources-1-164x122.jpg 164w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Mrs-Weigands-Resources-1-300x224.jpg 300w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"\">War is one of the original math card games, but this version adds a fraction aspect. Students deal two cards\u2014a numerator and denominator\u2014then determine whose fraction is the largest. The winner keeps all four cards, and play continues until the cards are gone. (Click here for more fun and free fraction games.)<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Learn more: Math File Folder Games<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"\">14. Learn numbers with card bingo<\/h2>\n<p class=\"\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Top-Notch-Teaching.jpg\" alt=\"Playing cards laid out in rows, with some face up and some face down (Math Card Games)\" width=\"650\" height=\"628\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Top-Notch-Teaching.jpg 650w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Top-Notch-Teaching-400x386.jpg 400w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Top-Notch-Teaching-126x122.jpg 126w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Top-Notch-Teaching-300x290.jpg 300w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Remove the face cards and have each student lay out a 4 x 4 playing \u201cboard\u201d of cards. The remaining cards (or another deck) are placed face down, and a caller flips over a card. Any player who has that number on their board turns the card face down. Play continues until one player has a row flipped over horizontally, vertically, or diagonally and calls \u201cBingo!\u201d<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Learn more: Card Bingo\/Top Notch Teaching<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"\">15. Play a game of \u201cI Spy\u201d<\/h2>\n<p class=\"\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Susan-Jones-Teaching.jpg\" alt=\"Playing cards laid out face up in four rows of four, with a deck next to it (Math Card Games)\" width=\"650\" height=\"650\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Susan-Jones-Teaching.jpg 650w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Susan-Jones-Teaching-400x400.jpg 400w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Susan-Jones-Teaching-122x122.jpg 122w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Susan-Jones-Teaching-65x65.jpg 65w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Susan-Jones-Teaching-50x50.jpg 50w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Susan-Jones-Teaching-300x300.jpg 300w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Lay out cards on the table, then take turns giving clues. \u201cI spy two cards that add up to 12.\u201d Differentiate for younger kids with options like, \u201cI spy a card that\u2019s less than 4,\u201d or for older ones: \u201cI spy two cards that are factors of 12.\u201d<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Learn more: Susan Jones\u2019 Teaching<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"\">16. Use order of operations to get to 24<\/h2>\n<p class=\"\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Learn-With-Math-Games.jpg\" alt=\"Playing cards laid out to create a math equation with multiplication, division, and parentheses\" width=\"650\" height=\"183\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Learn-With-Math-Games.jpg 650w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Learn-With-Math-Games-400x113.jpg 400w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Learn-With-Math-Games-220x62.jpg 220w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Learn-With-Math-Games-300x84.jpg 300w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Math card games aren\u2019t just for little kids\u2014even adults will find this one a bit tricky. Each player is dealt four cards, then uses the order-of-operations rules to try to make a number as close to 24 as possible. Simple but challenging!<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Learn more: Learn With Math Games<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"\">17. Take a gamble with triple-digit dare<\/h2>\n<p class=\"\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Math-Coach-Corner.jpg\" alt=\"Playing cards laid out on place value mat with sections for ones, tenths, and hundredths\" width=\"650\" height=\"359\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Math-Coach-Corner.jpg 650w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Math-Coach-Corner-400x221.jpg 400w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Math-Coach-Corner-220x122.jpg 220w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Math-Coach-Corner-300x166.jpg 300w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Each player gets three cards and privately determines the highest three-digit number they can make (you can use decimals or not, depending on age). Then, each player has a turn to stick with the cards they have, swap with one from the deck, or steal one of the other player\u2019s. All players then lay down their best number to see who wins. See more at the link below.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Learn more: Math Coach\u2019s Corner<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"\">18. Deal and round to tens to win<\/h2>\n<p class=\"\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Adventures-in-Third-Grade.jpg\" alt=\"Playing cards laid out on printable worksheet called Round to the Nearest Ten (Math Card Games)\" width=\"650\" height=\"514\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Adventures-in-Third-Grade.jpg 800w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Adventures-in-Third-Grade-400x317.jpg 400w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Adventures-in-Third-Grade-768x608.jpg 768w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Adventures-in-Third-Grade-154x122.jpg 154w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Adventures-in-Third-Grade-300x237.jpg 300w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Each player deals two cards and lays them on the board. Then, round to the nearest 10 to find the winner of that hand.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Learn more: Adventures in Third Grade<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"\">19. Find a way to make 10<\/h2>\n<p class=\"\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Mama-Papa-Bubba.jpg\" alt=\"Student using playing cards and free printable worksheet to play Make Ten\" width=\"650\" height=\"433\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Mama-Papa-Bubba.jpg 650w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Mama-Papa-Bubba-400x266.jpg 400w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Mama-Papa-Bubba-183x122.jpg 183w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Mama-Papa-Bubba-450x300.jpg 450w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Mama-Papa-Bubba-300x200.jpg 300w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"\">One of the terrific things about math card games is that many of them can be customized for various concepts and skill levels. The original goal of this game was to look at the cards you\u2019re dealt to find ones that add up to 10, but it can be changed to 15, 20, or any number you choose. You can also add to the difficulty by allowing addition and subtraction (for example, you could use 8 + 4 = 12 and 12 \u2013 2 = 10). Get the rules and free printable mats at the link below.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Learn more: Mama.Papa.Bubba<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"\">20. Use Close Call to practice two-digit addition or subtraction<\/h2>\n<p class=\"\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Math-Geek-Mama-2.jpg\" alt=\"Playing cards with printable worksheet for math card games\" width=\"650\" height=\"653\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Math-Geek-Mama-2.jpg 650w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Math-Geek-Mama-2-400x402.jpg 400w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Math-Geek-Mama-2-121x122.jpg 121w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Math-Geek-Mama-2-65x65.jpg 65w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Math-Geek-Mama-2-50x50.jpg 50w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Math-Geek-Mama-2-300x301.jpg 300w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"\">The best math card games are simple at heart. To play Close Call, each player deals themselves four cards, then determines how to arrange them so they make two two-digit numbers that add up as close as possible to 100 without going over. For a subtraction version, work to get as close to zero as possible. Learn how to play at the link.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Learn more: Close Call\/Math Geek Mama<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"\">21. Let card color indicate negative or positive<\/h2>\n<p class=\"\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Filling-the-Frame-With-Learning.jpg\" alt=\"Student holding playing cards\" width=\"650\" height=\"754\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Filling-the-Frame-With-Learning.jpg 650w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Filling-the-Frame-With-Learning-400x464.jpg 400w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Filling-the-Frame-With-Learning-105x122.jpg 105w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Filling-the-Frame-With-Learning-300x348.jpg 300w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"\">In this game, red cards are negative integers, while black cards are positive. Students attempt to play pairs of cards that total 6 or \u20136. You can change the goal number as needed.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Learn more: Filling the Frame With Learning<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"\">22. Take a trip around the card spiral to practice math facts<\/h2>\n<p class=\"\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-My-Baba.jpg\" alt=\"Playing cards laid out face up in a spiral with dice\" width=\"650\" height=\"858\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-My-Baba.jpg 650w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-My-Baba-388x512.jpg 388w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-My-Baba-92x122.jpg 92w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-My-Baba-300x396.jpg 300w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"\">You\u2019ll need a pair of dice for this math card game. Lay out cards randomly in a spiral formation as shown, and set a marker for each player on the center card. Player one rolls the dice then moves their piece that number of spaces shown. They then must multiply (or add or subtract, depending on preferences) the card number by the number on the dice. If they get the answer correct, they stay where they are. If not, they return to their original card. Play continues until one player reaches the end.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Learn more: My Baba<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"\">23. Flip to make a prime number<\/h2>\n<p class=\"\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Games4Learning-2.jpg\" alt=\"Playing cards laid face down, with a five and eight face up (Math Card Games)\" width=\"650\" height=\"682\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Games4Learning-2.jpg 650w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Games4Learning-2-400x420.jpg 400w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Games4Learning-2-116x122.jpg 116w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Games4Learning-2-300x315.jpg 300w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Flip two cards. If you can add, subtract, or multiply them to make a prime number (use one or all of these operations), you get to keep them.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Learn more: Flip for Prime\/Games4Learning<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"\">24. Be the fastest in the race to pi<\/h2>\n<p class=\"\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Math-Geek-Mama-3.jpg\" alt=\"Student laying out playing cards to represent the digits of pi\" width=\"650\" height=\"602\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Math-Geek-Mama-3.jpg 650w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Math-Geek-Mama-3-400x370.jpg 400w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Math-Geek-Mama-3-132x122.jpg 132w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Math-Geek-Mama-3-300x278.jpg 300w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"\">In this game, kids work to lay out the digits of pi in order. It\u2019s a simple draw-and-play game that will help familiarize students with this important number. You can write out the digits first or see who knows them from memory. Find out how to play at the link below.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Learn more: Race to Pi\/Math Geek Mama<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"\">25. Pick three to make number sentences<\/h2>\n<p class=\"\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Games4Learning.jpg\" alt=\"Playing cards laid out face down with three cards turned face up\" width=\"650\" height=\"650\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Games4Learning.jpg 650w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Games4Learning-400x400.jpg 400w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Games4Learning-122x122.jpg 122w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Games4Learning-65x65.jpg 65w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Games4Learning-50x50.jpg 50w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Games4Learning-300x300.jpg 300w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Flip any three cards. If you can use them to form a valid equation (8 \u2013 3 = 5), you keep the cards!<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Learn more: Number Sentences\/Games4Learning<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"\">26. Do some basic fast facts practice<\/h2>\n<p class=\"\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Top-Notch-Teaching-2.jpg\" alt=\"Two decks of cards with two cards laying face up (Math Card Games)\" width=\"650\" height=\"650\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Top-Notch-Teaching-2.jpg 650w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Top-Notch-Teaching-2-400x400.jpg 400w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Top-Notch-Teaching-2-122x122.jpg 122w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Top-Notch-Teaching-2-65x65.jpg 65w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Top-Notch-Teaching-2-50x50.jpg 50w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Top-Notch-Teaching-2-300x300.jpg 300w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Give your flash cards a rest and practice facts with math card games instead. Simply lay down two cards from the deck (remove the face cards first) and add, subtract, or multiply them. Kids can work on this alone, or you can make it a contest to see who can call out the correct answer first.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Learn more: Math Facts\/Top Notch Teaching<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"\">27. Challenge them to beat the teacher<\/h2>\n<p class=\"\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Relief-Teaching-Ideas.jpg\" alt=\"Four playing cards above a chart of place values\" width=\"650\" height=\"545\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Relief-Teaching-Ideas.jpg 650w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Relief-Teaching-Ideas-400x335.jpg 400w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Relief-Teaching-Ideas-146x122.jpg 146w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Relief-Teaching-Ideas-300x252.jpg 300w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Practice place value by drawing cards and trying to build the largest number possible. Kids play against the teacher to see who wins! Get the rules at the link below. (Find more fun place value activities here.)<\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Learn more: The Teaching Love Fest\/TpT<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"\">28. Read minds to figure out the correct numbers<\/h2>\n<p class=\"\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Acing-Math.jpg\" alt=\"2 stick figures holding cards up to their foreheads, with a third saying &quot;The product is 21.&quot; (Math Card Games)\" width=\"650\" height=\"286\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Acing-Math.jpg 650w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Acing-Math-400x176.jpg 400w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Acing-Math-220x97.jpg 220w, https:\/\/s18670.pcdn.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/Math-Card-Games-Acing-Math-300x132.jpg 300w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"\">Two students draw a card from the deck without looking and hold it up to their forehead facing out. A third student mentally multiplies the numbers and gives them the product. The students then must figure out what number each is holding. You can do this with addition and subtraction too. You\u2019ll find this game along with dozens of other math card games in the free printable book at the link below.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"weareteachers-f86f71445579d892caf1637f5b2fa785\" class=\"weareteachers-f86f71445579d892caf1637f5b2fa785 weareteachers-below-content\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Need a way to get students more excited about building math skills? A deck of playing cards might just be the answer. These math card games work for little ones and older kids alike, and they\u2019re all free to learn and play. 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