Bring excitement to addition problem solving with this Easter-themed activity. Designed for small groups, this engaging game helps students develop their addition fluency, problem-solving, and mental maths skills. Students will love solving addition problems to "collect eggs" and fill their game boards.

How to Complete:

1. Players take turns picking an addition question card to determine how many ‘eggs’ they have found on their Easter egg hunt. They solve the addition problem and collect the matching number of counters (or suitable alternative), placing them on their game board.
2. While waiting for their turn, students record number sentence on their recording sheet.
3. The first player to fill their board and reach the Easter basket square wins the game!

Additional Tips:

1. Print the game boards and cards on thick cardstock for durability.
2. Provide students with a large quantity of counters to cover the spaces on their mat. Alternatively, provide a suitable alternative, such as mini erasers, play dough or blocks.
3. Encourage students to explain their strategies when solving equations to develop deeper number sense.
4. Allow students to use number lines, ten frames, or manipulatives for additional support.

Extension Ideas:

1. Challenge Fast Finishers: Have students write their own addition problems to use in the game.
2. Classroom Easter Hunt: Hide the addition cards around the room for an active learning twist!

This hands-on activity is a fantastic way to reinforce addition skills while celebrating Easter!