A collection of games for older kids that reinforce math computation, strategy, and problem solving skills.
1. SET Card Game
Each of the game's 81 cards has either one, two, or three symbols. The object is to find "sets," which are defined as combinations of three cards in which each of the four attributes-number, shape, color, or shading-is either the same on each card or different on each card.2. 'SMath
Think of it as Math Scrabble. Create equations rather than words!3. Tripoley Special Edition
This game is great for older kids and family play. A combination of Hearts, Poker, and Michigan Rummy, it reinforces math practice (but your kids won't notice).
4. Mancala
You can find many beautiful versions of Mancala. The instructions are easy and the game is lots of fun.5. Blink Card Game
Race to be the first to play all of your cards by matching the shape, count, or color on the cards. All ages. Out of the Box Publishing6. Blokus
Play all of the multi-shaped pieces to win in this tactical game that builds logic and spacial perception.7. Geoshapes
This shape strategy game builds math thinking and includes measurement and geometric principles as part of the game play.