Note that multiplication does not always come before division– it’s just whichever shows up first in your problem going left to right.

Next, do all Multiplication and Division problems from left to right.

I suppose it can be used for kids who only have addition and subtraction under their belts, but it is probably most challenging and fun for kids who have learned the order of operations: PEMDAS, anyone? It was in this sixth grade classroom that I first saw what a great tool a good math game could be to help kids have an enjoyable time practicing math! I love this game because it really pushes kids to think mathematically in different ways.

I was skeptical at first, because I had never really played “math games,” but then I started to really get into it! Like, I spent the rest of my lunch break trying to make math expressions. I still remember him teaching it to me during one of our lunch breaks, with his hand full of dice. Bailey, one of my mentor teachers from my credential days.

Least common multiple game with dice