you have enough math smarts to beat a calculator? Could the type
of math problems you're given have anything to do with your
chances? Try your skills in the Brains Versus Calculator game.
Materials: calulator (provided below); a penny or other marker;
math problems (follow links below) Number of Players: 1) One
player is the "caller," a second player is the "brain," and the
last player is the "calculator." 2) Make a list of math problems
or print out the problems we have provided [Primary (ages 5-8)
or Intermediate (ages 8-12)]. If you make up your own, choose
your problems based on your ability level. Primary kids should
stick to 1 digit adding and subtracting while older kids should
include multiplication and division problems. 3) Have the
"caller" drop a penny or some other marker on the problems. The
"caller" calls out the problem. 4) The "calculator" MUST use the
on-line calculator shown below to solve the problem (even if
they know the answer) and the "brain" must figure out the answer
in their head. Sa