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Salt Spring Elementary School's Family Math Night, held Wednesday April 17, proved to be a creative and fun-filled event, where kids found themselves so immersed in the activities that they forgot they were actually doing math. 

Improving numeracy is a primary goal in the District’s Framework for Enhancing Student Learning, yet engaging students in developing math skills isn’t always easy. Embracing a play-based approach seems to be the key, as it not only alleviates stress but also makes learning math fun. Encouraging kids to play games not only fosters quality family time but also enhances their mathematical abilities and ignites interest in the subject. The enthusiasm at last night’s event was palpable - with children leaving reluctantly and inquiring eagerly about the next event.

So why a Family Math Night? Analysis of district student highlights a concerning trend: many Gulf Islands students are struggling with math and experiencing heightened anxiety surrounding it.

District Numeracy Coordinator Sue Robinson has been working with students and staff across the district to improve numeracy outcomes and help every student find success and joy in math. SSE teacher Gail Bryn-Jones has also been working at the school to foster a love of math using games to support learning and help combat stress and anxiety that many experience when it comes to mathematics. Together, Gail and Sue helped organized the Family Math Night, and if the event's success is an indication, this district is certainly heading in the right direction.

Among the standout games from last night were Ultimate Tic Tac Toe, Tower of Hanoi, and Mobi Math Whale. A heartfelt thank you goes out to all the staff and volunteers whose efforts made Family Math Night a triumph. And, of course, a big shoutout to all the kids and families who joined us.

Gail has put together this quick and easy guide to math games:

Why Math Games?

• Playing math games helps students like math more and care more about learning math.
• Research tells us that success in math goes up when learners play more math games.
• Playing math games helps to reduce math anxiety.

What's a good math game look like?

• The game includes choices and therefore strategies can be developed.
• Math is the engine—it makes the game progress.
• The game is simple and quick to play

For resources, games, and engaging ways to fostering a love for math at home, check out: