Loop Card Game - Add 100s

The Loop Card Game is an engaging educational activity designed to help Year 3 students enhance their mental arithmetic skills, specifically in the area of adding hundreds to three-digit numbers. The game comprises a set of cards, each featuring a three-digit number and an addition problem that involves adding a multiple of one hundred to another three-digit number. For example, one card might show the number 763 with the problem "+ 100" beneath it, leading to the answer 863 on the next card. This pattern continues, with each card's answer providing the starting number for the following card's problem, creating a continuous loop of addition challenges.

The game's format is ideal for reinforcing the concept of place value and the process of adding hundreds to a number without affecting the tens and ones places. Each set of loop cards presents a series of calculations that are interconnected, ensuring that students must complete the series correctly to form the loop. For instance, a card displaying "407 + 300" would lead to the answer 707, which then connects to the subsequent card in the set. By working through these loop cards, students practice addition in a fun and interactive way, building confidence and speed in their mathematical computations. The Loop Card Game, with its simple yet effective design, is a valuable tool for educators to aid in the development of arithmetic proficiency among young learners.