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Absurd Math

Subject Area:

Mathematics

Address/URL:

http://www.hrmvideo.com/abmath/

Description:

Absurd Math is an interactive mathematical problem solving game series that helps students with pre-Algebra practice. Players are drawn into a strange world to proceed on missions where the ultimate power consists of mathematical skill and knowledge. Many of the pages have hidden clues and areas. Anytime a player needs help, he or she can email the staff of the web site for assistance. Teachers and parents can email for answer keys. A certificate of achievement can be printed after successfully completing a level. This site is entertaining and useful, even grownups might find themselves unable to resist playing the games!

How You Can Use This Source:

Enter the first stage of the game by replacing variables and solving an expression.
Use multi-step problem solving skills, critical thinking and logic to solve the mystery on the 7th Floor.
Have to stop in the middle of a game and leave? No problem - note the page-code and return to the same spot anytime.

Go to Absurd Math.