Loop Card Game - Halving 2 digit numbers

The Loop Card Game, designed for Year 3 students, is an engaging and educational activity focused on halving two-digit numbers. The game consists of a series of cards, each displaying a two-digit number along with the solution to the halving problem of the preceding card. For example, one card might show the number 31, and adjacent to it, the phrase "Half of 28" followed by the answer "14". The next card would then start with the number "14" and present a new halving challenge, such as "Half of 56", with the answer "28" shown. This pattern continues, creating a loop of halving problems and answers that reinforce mental arithmetic and the concept of halving amongst students.

Each set of Loop Cards is specifically tailored for Year 3 pupils to practice their halving skills with a variety of two-digit numbers. The game is designed to be both fun and educational, promoting quick mental calculations and a deeper understanding of number relationships. As students work through the cards, they encounter different two-digit halving problems such as "Half of 84", "Half of 52", and "Half of 16", with the corresponding answers "42", "26", and "8" respectively. The game can be played individually or in groups, making it a versatile tool for classroom learning. It encourages interaction and cooperative learning, as students can challenge each other to complete the loop as quickly as possible, thus enhancing their numerical fluency and confidence in dealing with numbers.