The holiday season is upon us, and at Mathnasium, we believe in turning every moment into an opportunity for learning and fun. This December, let’s infuse the spirit of Mathmas into your child’s education with a range of festive and engaging math activities. Discover how holiday-themed math can make learning both enjoyable and educational for young minds.
- Santa’s Workshop Geometry: Deck the Halls with Shapes
Transform your living room into Santa’s Workshop of Geometry! Use festive decorations like wreaths, ornaments, and gift boxes to introduce and explore various shapes. Ask your child to identify circles, squares, triangles, and rectangles. Bonus points for creating a holiday-themed shape scavenger hunt!
- The Twelve Days Of Mathmas: A Countdown To Numeracy
Countdown to the big day with a mathematical twist! Create a “Twelve Days of Mathmas” calendar where each day introduces a new mathematical concept. From addition and subtraction on Day 1 to more complex concepts like multiplication and division as you approach Day 12, this countdown keeps learning exciting.
- Gingerbread Fraction Fun: Divide And Decorate
Gingerbread houses are a classic holiday activity, but why not add a math spin? Use candy decorations to explore fractions. How much of the roof is covered in gumdrops? What fraction of the windows are made of candy canes? It’s a tasty way to understand and visualize fractions!
- Holiday Measurement Madness: Trim The Tree With Math
Turn tree-trimming into a measurement extravaganza! From measuring the height of the tree to determining the length of tinsel needed, involve your child in real-world measurements. Discuss units like centimetres and inches and let them take charge of the holiday decorating measurements.
- The Stocking Stuffer Challenge: Budgeting Basics
Teach financial literacy through the Stocking Stuffer Challenge. Provide your child with a “budget” and let them choose items for the family stockings within that budget. This hands-on activity introduces budgeting, addition, and subtraction skills in a practical and festive way.
- Holiday Word Problem Hunt: The Quest For Numerical Solutions
Create a holiday word problem scavenger hunt. Craft festive math-related word problems and hide them around the house. As your child solves each problem, they can unveil a holiday-themed surprise or treat. It’s a delightful way to reinforce problem-solving skills.
- Snowflake Symmetry: A Frosty Lesson In Symmetrical Designs
Embrace the beauty of snowflakes with a lesson in symmetry. Fold and cut paper to create unique snowflake designs while discussing the concept of symmetry. This hands-on activity enhances spatial awareness and introduces the idea of balance in mathematics.
Unwrapping the Gift Of Mathmas Joy
This Mathmas season, let the magic of learning sparkle with these holiday-themed math activities. Mathnasium wishes you and your family a joyous holiday filled with laughter, love, and the delightful sound of math skills being unwrapped and explored. Happy Mathmas!
Note: These activities can be adapted for various age groups, ensuring that the holiday spirit of learning reaches every child in the family.
Mathnasium of Niceville is located at 1538 E. John Sims Parkway, in the Publix Shopping Center.
We serve students from Niceville, Bluewater Bay, Shalimar, Valparaiso and Fort Walton Beach. Local schools include Niceville High School, Bluewater Bay Elementary School, Plew Elementary School, Ruckel Middle School and Rocky Bayou Christian School.
Mathnasium of Niceville | 1538 E. John Sims Parkway | 850-987-MATH (6284).
