The Sydney Teacher Blog
Maths Warm-Up: Maths Hot Potato
I enjoy kicking off my maths lessons with Maths Hot Potato! It’s a simple way to turn problem-solving into a game and no one can sit still when the “potato” starts flying around.
Maths Warm-Up: Would You Rather?
I love starting my maths lessons with Would You Rather? It’s a simple warm-up that sparks discussion, encourages reasoning, and always brings a few laughs in the classroom.
Maths Warm-Up: Maths Story Chain
Maths Story Chain is a playful, creative way to bring maths to life through storytelling. It is a collaborative activity that turns numbers into a shared adventure!
Maths Warm-Up: A Twist on Simon Says
Who knew 'Simon Says' could sneak in some maths practice? With a fun twist, this free no prep activity can be a perfect mix of movement, laughter, and learning!
Maths Warm-Up: What's My Number?
One of my go-to maths warm-ups is What’s My Number? It’s a fast, brain-teasing guessing game that keeps students engaged.
Free No-Prep Maths Activities
Maths Warm-Up: Target Number
One of my favourite maths warm ups of all time is Target Number. This is the perfect activity to turn number practice into a quick, brain-teasing game. It builds fluency, encourages problem-solving, and keeps students engaged.
Free No-Prep Maths Activities
Maths Warm-Up: The Alphabet Key
The Alphabet Key is one of Tony Ryan’s Thinker’s Keys, a collection of 20 creative thinking strategies designed to stretch students beyond surface-level responses.
Free No-Prep Maths Activities
Maths Warm-Up: The Answer Key
The Answer Key is one of Tony Ryan’s Thinker’s Keys, a collection of 20 creative thinking strategies designed to stretch students beyond surface-level responses.
Free No-Prep Maths Activities
Maths Warm-Up: Mixpressions
Mixpressions is a fun, interactive maths game from Transum.org. It’s flexible, fast-paced, and perfect for individual practice, pairs, or whole-class challenges.