Biology: Into the Forest Food Chain Game

Into the Forest Food Chain Game




(Amazon affiliate link - Google the game to find a cheaper version - I think we paid $12 or so??)


In this game, children utilize cards noting what animals eat and what they are eaten by; playing them in particular order to earn energy points. Death and Decay trump all, recycling nutrients back to the plants.

Simple to start, with SO MANY variations!

The artwork on the cards is nicely done in a nice style (think Jan Brett's books - that style in regards to coloring)

Use in conjunction with the Montessori biology albums - both primary and elementary Montessori - to learn and challenge one's knowledge of the interdependencies of nature.

Games: Family Pastimes

http://familypastimes.com/ - Family Pastimes Games



These fantastic games, almost all co-operative, build family and community relationships, while learning some great skills.

Some of these games are listed over at Michael Olaf, but I chose to list the original company so you could see the widest gamut of options available!

Great for birthdays, celebrations, holidays and more!
Not to mention a neat "break" from school! (ok so around here, games like these COUNT as school ;) )

I can't even list out all the Montessori album pages and Family Pastimes games that correlate with one another- out favorite is Farmers Market ;)
(check the "economic geography" section of the elementary geography album for this one!)

Living Math

This site has great literature and games all related to mathematics, geometry, algebra and other math topics.

The focus is on experience, understanding and perspective --- and fits *perfectly* with Montessori elementary mathematics, geometry and algebra.

Indeed, if you have used Montessori elementary and now have an adolescent - continuing with the suggestions here and doing a study of history, would be perfect for the adolescent child. Even into high school!

The site owner also has a set of lesson plans for math history and skills called Living Math Through History
-- and she has a Yahoo group for folks to join for support and questions: LivingMathForum
You do NOT need to be using her lesson plans to be part of the group.



http://livingmath.net/

Wff N Proof Games for Thinkers

The Wff N Proof website has this to say about their products, that are great for Montessori children and all children of all ages:

Awakening the genius in every mind

We design games that develop powerful, creative thought. Playing these games will expand your ability to recognize and apply the concepts needed to find solutions among life's unlimited possibilities.

Our games teach formal subjects like math, logic, scientific reasoning, and language structure at a deeper, more profound level than any traditional method can. It works because the greatest secret to learning is to fill the process with joy.

Captivating fun and mind-expanding interactions in class will always beat endless drills on isolated skills. You can ignite a firestorm of peer-driven motivation with balanced use of evenly matched competition, enlightened team cooperation, and widespread social rewards and recognition.

Categories of products available range from $2.50 to $35, with games for all ages - there is something for everyone!


Math and Logic



Language Arts



Scientific Reasoning



Social Studies



Strategy



Puzzles



Books

Speed - Skip Counting

Skip counting game for 2-9, with pictures of what looks like bead chains! 

Logic Games for Elementary Children

This is a great game for developing logic and sequencing skills - necessary skills for life, and best developed within mathematics and language - AND in fun games!

At $3.50, this game is totally worth giving a try!

The WffNProof website has a variety of logic, science, probability, language and mathematics game - my family has used several of them. They are great for the Montessori family!