Welcome to Math Playground

Math Playground

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About the Publisher

Hi, I'm Colleen King. I created Math Playground in 2002 for students in my class who needed a fun way to practice math facts. Since then, Math Playground has grown to include a wide variety of math topics, from problem solving and spirographs to real world math.

When I'm not developing new activities for Math Playground, I teach at a mathematics learning center. My colleagues and I are brainstorming ways to help children learn math through computer programming. We're using LOGO and Scratch with K-6 students and Python and Actionscript with older students. This has been a very exciting area of research; one we hope will improve students' understanding of math concepts in the future.

Colleen King

Math Playground Supports Teachers and Students through DonorsChoose.org

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*Thank you, Glenda D, for becoming our second donor. You've made a difference!

The Need
There is nothing more important than education in determining the future success of our students. Yet, not all classrooms are equipped with the materials they need. Basic supplies, such as calculators, pencils, and books, are often lacking.

Action Taken
DonorsChoose.org makes it possible for Math Playground to connect directly with teachers in need of classroom materials. In an effort to give back to the educational community, Math Playground is funding projects that will have the greatest benefit for teachers and their students. Math Playground's Giving Page lists the projects we have supported as well as projects we are currently reviewing.

Help Us Help More Teachers
The easiest way to help us make a difference in the lives of students is to let others know about MathPlayground.com. The number of classrooms Math Playground can help is directly related to the number of visitors to this site. Please share Math Playground with colleagues, parents, and friends.