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Catalog of Math Toys

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Think Fun Math Dice


List Price:$9.99
Lowest New Price:$2.59
Rank:398
Average Rating:4.5 Out of 5
Number of Reviews:6

Description:
Introducing the most flexible, competitive math game ever invented! Play is easy-roll the dice to generate a Target Number and three Scoring Numbers. Arrange the Scoring Numbers into combinations of operations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division or even powers to create an equation whose result is closest to, or equal to the Target Number.

Educational Insights Math Whiz


List Price:$29.99
Lowest New Price:$20.43
Rank:8792
Average Rating:3.5 Out of 5
Number of Reviews:43

Description:
Learn hundreds of math facts - Fast! Fun! Easy! Math Whiz plays like a video game and teaches like electronic flash cards. This portable ELA quizzes kids on addition, subtraction, multiplication or division; plus it works as a full-function calculator with the press of a button. Problems are displayed on the LCD screen. Features eight skill levels as well as lights and sounds for instant feedback. Requires 2 "AAA" batteries (not included). Measures 8.3" x 7.1" x 2.3".

Educational Insights MathShark


List Price:$49.99
Lowest New Price:$25.00
Rank:2892
Average Rating:3.5 Out of 5
Number of Reviews:48

Description:
Kids will want to practice their math on this portable skill-building ELA that turns math into a video game. MathShark quizzes eight different skill levels in addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, decimals, and percentages, AND works as a full-function calculator with the press of a button. Problems are displayed on the LCD screen either vertically or horizontally. Answers receive immediate feedback with colorful flashing lights and tones. Sets are timed, and the elapsed time plus a message appear at the end of each set.

As they see their time improve, kids are continually motivated to beat it, just like when they play a video game. The more they play, the more they learn. Requires two "AA" batteries (not included). Measures 10" x 6.1" x 3.9".


Equate: The Equation Thinking Game


List Price:$36.99
Lowest New Price:$10.00
Rank:2269
Average Rating:4.5 Out of 5
Number of Reviews:12

Description:
Have fun creating equations crossword-style. Equate is a great math board game for family and classroom. Earn higher scores using division or fraction tiles and landing on premium board positions. For 2 to 4 players or teams. Many levels of play for ages

Sum Swamp Addition and Subtraction Game


List Price:$18.99
Lowest New Price:$13.13
Rank:676
Average Rating:5.0 Out of 5
Number of Reviews:30

Description:
LER5052- Children master addition and subtraction while slithering through the sum swamp. Each roll of the dice introduces a new math challenge. Features: -Math becomes an adventure. -Takes kids on a journey through the sum swamp. -Endless loop of adding and subtracting. -Make your way over the crocodile shortcut. -For two to four players. -Ages: 5 and up. -Board dimensions: 12'' H x 17'' W.

Learning Resources Math Mat Challenge Game


List Price:$39.99
Lowest New Price:$24.61
Rank:11102
Average Rating:4.0 Out of 5
Number of Reviews:28

Description:
Pre-K & up. Get kids to think on their feet! Interactive talking floor mat with fast and crazy quiz games make learning math fun! Kids listen to the equation, do the math, and then step on the right answer. The game gets faster as their scores get higher! Features three games with two skill levels that reinforce numbers, counting, addition, and subtraction up to the number 20. Mat measures 32" diameter. Requires 3 AA batteries, not included.

Learning Resources Money Bags A Coin Value Game


List Price:$18.99
Lowest New Price:$10.99
Rank:1492
Average Rating:5.0 Out of 5
Number of Reviews:27

Description:
Learning valuable money skills is "in the bag" as you collect, count and exchange money all the way to the finish line. This educational game includes a 17" x 12" game board with spinner, 100 plastic coins, play bills, markers and a die. For 2-4 players.

Learning Mates Monkey Math


List Price:$13.99
Lowest New Price:$11.49
Rank:35260
Average Rating:4.0 Out of 5
Number of Reviews:7

Description:
While helping this monkey balance his bananas, kids become familiar with number value, counting and basic addition. When ever the Banana Tokens balance, the eyes on the 7-3/4H. x 9-1/2"W. plastic Monkey look straight ahead. If the scale doesn't balance, the eyes will be crossed. Includes instruction booklet. Ages 4 years +."

Learning Resources Dino Math Tracks Place Value Game


List Price:$23.99
Lowest New Price:$18.89
Rank:7670
Average Rating:4.5 Out of 5
Number of Reviews:19

Description:
Prehistoric pals make this award-winning math game a blast. Roll the dice and move the dinosaurs around a delightfully illustrated game board. Learn all about numbers - from counting, addition and subtraction to place value skills. Includes game board, 16 dinosaurs, cards, number die and instructions for various levels of play. For 2 to 4 players.

Awards:

  • Family Fun magazine Toy of the Year Runner-up (1992)
  • Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Gold Seal, Best Toy Award (1993)
  • Early Childhood News, 100 Best Product Picks (1993)
  • Canadian Toy Testing Council Three Star Seal


Minute Math Electronic Flash Card


List Price:$14.99
Lowest New Price:$13.25
Rank:3848
Description:
Build number fact fluency in just a minute! Familiar fact family triangle is now electronic. Practice operations and early algebraic skills! This game offers 60-second timed mode, untimed mode and 3 levels of difficulty. Color-coded screen frames feinforce parts of the equation. Gives positive, corrective feedback. It's a durable unit with volume control. Requires 3 AAA batteries, not included.

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