{"id":489,"date":"2024-11-20T08:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-11-20T13:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/theeducatorsspinonit.com\/2014\/12\/fun-math-games-with-christmas-trees.html"},"modified":"2024-12-09T08:41:17","modified_gmt":"2024-12-09T13:41:17","slug":"fun-math-games-with-christmas-trees","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theeducatorsspinonit.com\/fun-math-games-with-christmas-trees\/","title":{"rendered":"Fun Math Games with Christmas Trees!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>We like to make math FUN for kids. This fun math game with <a href=\"https:\/\/theeducatorsspinonit.com\/christmas-tree-activities-for-kids\/\" title=\"\">Christmas Trees<\/a> is easy to make and play. In less than 5 minutes you will have a hands-on learning game for kids to play. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Activity Extensions are included for advanced learners.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/theeducatorsspinonit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/12\/Christmas2BTree2BMath2BGame-1.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/theeducatorsspinonit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/12\/Christmas2BTree2BMath2BGame-1.jpg\" alt=\"Fun Math Games with Christmas trees to practice number identification, counting, number sense and addition.\" title=\"\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Activity Christmas Tree Fun Math Games for Kids<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><u>Lesson O<\/u><em><u>bjectives:<\/u> The child will count and identify numbers 1-6.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><u><strong>Materials Needed:<\/strong><\/u><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Large Die with dots<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Construction Paper<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Black Marker<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Scissors<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Buttons (or pom-poms)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.teacherspayteachers.com\/Product\/7-Christmas-Games-for-Learning-Preschool-and-Kindergarten-1600586\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Printed Trees<\/a> (optional to save time) <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><u>Directions for Christmas Tree Math Game<\/u><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Roll: The child will roll the die.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Count: The child will count the number of dots on the die.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cover: They will then find the matching number on the tree and cover that number on the tree with a decoration. Only one number may be covered per roll. If the number rolled does not exist on the tree, the child must roll again.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>The math game is complete when all of the numbers on the tree are covered with decorations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><u>Activity Extensions:<\/u><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Fun Math Game Addition Tree: Provide 2 dice for each child. The numbers on the tree must range from 2-12. Have the child roll the dice and count the total number from both. They would then cover the corresponding number.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Mixed Addition and Subtraction Math Game: Allow the child to choose which operation they want to use, subtraction or addition, after rolling. Find the sum or difference, then cover the corresponding number on the Christmas Tree.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><u>Teacher Notes:<\/u><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Laminate the tree game board for longer use. We keep our learning games and re-usable Christmas activities in with our Christmas Decorations. These games have been played and enjoyed for many years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\nThis activity can also be sent home with parents as an at-home math activity to reinforce academic concepts.\n<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/theeducatorsspinonit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/12\/Christmas2BTree2BCounting2BGame.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/theeducatorsspinonit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/12\/Christmas2BTree2BCounting2BGame.jpg\" alt=\"Fun Math Games with Christmas trees to practice number identification, counting, number sense and addition.\" title=\"\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>Make<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/theeducatorsspinonit.com\/evergreen-tree-sensory-craft\/\">a sensory tree<\/a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/theeducatorsspinonit.com\/playdough-christmas-tree-crafts-for-kids\/\">play-dough creativity station<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Learn<\/strong>&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/theeducatorsspinonit.com\/christmas-games-for-learning-alphabet\/\">alphabet names and sounds<\/a>&nbsp;&amp;&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/theeducatorsspinonit.com\/fun-math-games-with-christmas-trees\/\">numbers<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Explore<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/theeducatorsspinonit.com\/types-of-evergreen-trees\/\">evergreen trees<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Read<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/theeducatorsspinonit.com\/book-christmas-tree-search\/\">Christmas books and search for tree pictures.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.teacherspayteachers.com\/Product\/7-Christmas-Games-for-Learning-Preschool-and-Kindergarten-1600586\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Download all the printables for these activities here.&nbsp;<\/a><i>7 Christmas tree learning games and activities with easy to follow lessons and a printable worksheet for each. Great for parents, daycare providers, preschool and kindergarten teachers.<\/i><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Looking for more ideas? Try these <a href=\"https:\/\/theeducatorsspinonit.com\/50-christmas-activities-for-school-aged\/\">50+ Christmas Activities for Kids<\/a><\/strong>.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/theeducatorsspinonit.com\/christmas-tree-activities-for-kids\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/theeducatorsspinonit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/christmas-tree-activities-for-kids-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Christmas Tree Activities for Kids\" class=\"wp-image-74291\" srcset=\"https:\/\/theeducatorsspinonit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/christmas-tree-activities-for-kids-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/theeducatorsspinonit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/christmas-tree-activities-for-kids-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/theeducatorsspinonit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/christmas-tree-activities-for-kids-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/theeducatorsspinonit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/christmas-tree-activities-for-kids-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/theeducatorsspinonit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/christmas-tree-activities-for-kids-600x900.jpg 600w, https:\/\/theeducatorsspinonit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/christmas-tree-activities-for-kids.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/theeducatorsspinonit.com\/fingerprint-ornament-ideas-for-kids\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"900\" data-pin-description=\"Create these adorable Fingerprint ornament ideas for kids for keepsake holiday ornaments for loved ones on their Christmas Tree.\" src=\"https:\/\/theeducatorsspinonit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/fingerprint-christmas-ornaments-ideas-for-kids.jpg\" alt=\"Fingerprint ornament ideas for kids for keepsake holiday ornaments\" class=\"wp-image-50513\" srcset=\"https:\/\/theeducatorsspinonit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/fingerprint-christmas-ornaments-ideas-for-kids.jpg 600w, https:\/\/theeducatorsspinonit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/fingerprint-christmas-ornaments-ideas-for-kids-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/theeducatorsspinonit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/fingerprint-christmas-ornaments-ideas-for-kids-400x600.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/theeducatorsspinonit.com\/100-christmas-books-every-child-should\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" data-pin-description=\"The ultimate list of must-read Christmas books for kids!  A collection of 100 Christmas books every child should read before age 10.  \" src=\"https:\/\/theeducatorsspinonit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/book-list-of-must-read-christmas-books-for-kids-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Children reading christmas books in santa hats with Dad.\" class=\"wp-image-50209\" srcset=\"https:\/\/theeducatorsspinonit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/book-list-of-must-read-christmas-books-for-kids-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/theeducatorsspinonit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/book-list-of-must-read-christmas-books-for-kids-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/theeducatorsspinonit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/book-list-of-must-read-christmas-books-for-kids-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/theeducatorsspinonit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/book-list-of-must-read-christmas-books-for-kids-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/theeducatorsspinonit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/book-list-of-must-read-christmas-books-for-kids-600x900.jpg 600w, https:\/\/theeducatorsspinonit.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/book-list-of-must-read-christmas-books-for-kids.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>We like to make math FUN for kids. 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