Opposite Signs On The Same Number Math Games

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In this series of games, your students will learn that opposite signs on numbers indicate locations on opposite sides of 0 on the number line. The Opposite Signs On The Same Number learning objective — based on CCSS and state standards — delivers improved student engagement and academic performance in your classroom, as demonstrated by research. This learning objective directly references 6.NS.C.6.a as written in the common core national math standards.

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Concepts Covered

The number line is extended to the left of the number line to include negative numbers. Recognize 0 as neither negative nor positive. Zero has no value and can be used as a measuring point for value. The opposite of 0 is 0. A number with opposite signs is equidistant from 0 on the number line in opposite directions. The opposite of the opposite of a number is the number itself. Identify the opposite of a number with or without a number line diagram.

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Equality Explorer - Numbers Estimated Duration: 10 minutes Discover how to maintain equality or inequality by adding and removing integers from a balance. Apply the inverse and identity properties of additionn to generate equivalent statements. Note: Students will automatically move through this simulation after 10 minutes of playtime.

Number Line Mania Estimated Duration: 7 minutes Max out your score with a series of fast-paced number line challenges!

Number Line Integers - Generic Estimated Duration: 10 minutes Compare integers on a number line and in an inequality statement. View the opposite as you change a point on a number line. Discover the meaning of absolute value.

Newton Pool Estimated Duration: 15 minutes The game consists of hand-crafted levels where the player controls a white ball. The goal of each level is to get the white ball to the end of the level in as few moves as possible, while racking up points by bumping golden balls into obstacles on the way! The game does not have any instructional math content, it simply has math review questions spread throughout.

Galaxy Escape Estimated Duration: 20 minutes 10 Bright Monsters have been captured in space and they need your help to cross the galaxy jumping between platforms, finding them, and releasing them by correctly answering each question. Each monster that you release and unlock will be available to play with in the next level, in the search for the next monster. In your journey, you’ll be able to find power-ups, like ‘Double points’ and ‘Slow down’, which can be activated by finding gems, and their duration can be extended by correctly answering a question. Unlock and release the 10 different monsters and a spaceship along 10 different levels, while you make the most possible points.

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Describe Opposites Using Positive and Negative Estimated Duration: 4 minutes Students will explore positive and negative numbers on a number line. They will then find the opposite of rational numbers with and without the number line.

Opposite Signs On The Same Number Math Games

Concepts Covered

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