Help your Year 1 child build addition confidence with a quick game using only their hands.

Maths, Paper, Scissors turns a familiar hand game into fast, playful mental maths. Two players reveal a number of fingers at the same time, then work out the total together. Repeated rounds give children lots of low-pressure practice adding small numbers, recognising number combinations and explaining how they found the answer.

Simple to set up and easy to adapt, you'll receive a parent-friendly guide with clear instructions, practical learning tips and ideas to extend the play as your child's confidence grows. No equipment is needed, and you can change the rules to focus on addition, subtraction or particular number combinations.

Skills Explored

• Adding and subtracting small numbers quickly
• Developing mental maths skills
• Recognising number combinations

You'll Need

• No resources needed – just two players and their hands

Digital Download

This is an instant digital download. No physical product will be posted. Once your purchase is complete, you'll receive immediate access to your file, ready to enjoy at home.

These resources are for personal use only and are designed to support learning within your own family or household. They may not be copied, shared, altered or resold.

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