Learning the math facts is important. Kids learn their math facts and improve their speed and mastery with repetition. You could use flashcards to quiz and drill your student, but why not use a fun game that only requires some dice and five minutes a day?

How to practice math facts in 5 minutes a day

Depending on the developmental level of your child, use six, ten, twelve, or thirty-sided dice. (You can also use a combination of the above mentioned dice.) All of the calculations will be mental so start with lower sided dice and work up to larger numbers. You want your student to be successful and improve mastery instead of be frustrated.

1. Set a timer for three-to-five minutes.
2. Roll two dice. If you only have one die, roll it two times.
3. Have your student add, subtract, or multiply the two numbers that were rolled on the dice.
4. Encourage your student to answer as quickly as possible.
5. When the timer goes off, the 5-minute math drill is complete for the day.
6. Optional: Record the number of correct answers on the free record sheet and watch your child’s speed and accuracy improve over time.

Find more math manipulative and game suggestions in the math manipulative post series.

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