Learning Resources Sum Swamp Addition & Subtraction Game Math becomes an adventure with this addition and subtraction game that takes kids on a journey through Sum Swamp. They'll make their way over the crocodile shortcut and through the endless loop by adding and subtracting the numbers on the dice. Includes a game board, four swamp critter markers, two number dice and operation die. For 2-4 players.

Age: 5-7
Specification: Game board measures 12" x 17".
UPC: 765023012132
CShopper ID: LER5052

Awards:

• The Good Toy Guide (UK), Highly Recommended (1998) – UK
• National Parenting Publication Awards (NAPPA) Honors Award (1998)
• Parent’s Choice Honor Award (1998)
• Right Start Magazine (UK) ’s Best Toy Awards: Games Category (1999) – UK
• Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Gold Seal, Best Toy Award (1999)
• Kids Out Good Toy Guide Award (UK), Highly Recommended (1999) – UK

Special Needs Applications - Key Features and Benefits

Cognitive:

• Game is short from start to end so that children with attention difficulties can finish and gain a sense of accomplishment and self-esteem.
• Supports simple math equations.
• Children who do not yet have to cognitive skills to add and subtract with all 3 numbered dice can work with just one, then progress to using all 3

Communicative:

• The game flow and the board illustrations provide opportunities for storytelling throughout the game encouraging conversation and imagination.
• The illustrations support the development of conversation etiquette. Each player in turn adds a bit to the story.
• The game board provides a defined play space that helps children to maintain focus.

Physical:

• The Little Critter game pieces are skid-resistant. The rubber keeps the piece in the desired space on the game board until it is moved deliberately.
• The box can serve as a confined space to roll the dice so they do not roll out of the reach of children who may not be physically able to retrieve them.

Sensory:

• Each Little Critter game piece has a unique texture, aiding in tactile discrimination and correct critter movement during game play.
• The game route on the board is very light color that significantly contrasts with the background important to a visually impaired child.