Sumo

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In this version of a Sumo wrestling bout, players use mathematical skills to move their opponent's counter beyond the track and "out of the ring." Learners reveal playing cards and the player with the large value card pushes their counter a number of spaces equal to the difference between the two card values multiplied by the lower of the two card values. Learners can also explore what happens when a zero card is added to the mix.

Quick Guide

Preparation Time:
5 to 10 minutes
Learning Time:
5 to 10 minutes
Estimated Materials Cost:
1 cent - $1 per group of students
Age Range:
Ages 6 - 11
Resource Types:
Activity, Game
Language:
English

Materials List (per group of students)

  • Game board (linear track seventeen spaces long)
  • Counters
  • 2 sets of card (numbers 1-6)
  • Scratch paper and pencil (optional)

Keywords

Subjects

  • Mathematics
    • Algebra
    • Number and Operations
      • Multiples and Factors
      • Operations
    • Reasoning and Proof
  • The Nature of Technology
    • The Design Process
      • Problem Solving

Informal Categories

  • Games
  • Sports and Exercise

Audience

To use this activity, learners need to:

  • see
  • read
  • touch

Learning styles supported:

  • Involves hands-on or lab activities

Other

Components that are part of this resource:

Access Rights:

  • Free access

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Rights:

  • All rights reserved, University of Cambridge, 2007