Ladybug Game I

Designed by Elaine Haven

When you were a kid, do you remember catching ladybugs and letting them crawl on you? It was fascinating! Let the ladybug in die cut form add an element of fun and fascination to this take-home or learning center game. Choose bright cardstock colors to engage students.

Grades:

1 - 3

Curriculum:

CSLP, Math

Machines:

• MARK IV
  Roller Die Cutting Machine

AccuCut® Dies:

• Insects Mini
• Cube (3-D) Jumbo
• Block
  Numbers 1 1/4" Numbers

Other Materials:

• Glue
• Construction Paper -- Various Colors

Tips:

Put larger numbers on the cube for students at higher skill levels.

Instructions:

1. Cut and assemble two 3-D cubes for each group of students.
2. Write a number on five of the six sides of the cube, or use 1 1/4" block die-cut numbers. Adhere a mini ladybug shape on the sixth side. The ladybug equals zero.
3. Students take turns throwing the cube and adding to their totals. First graders can play each toss as a separate game, but second and third graders should keep a running total. After 10 throws, the student with the largest number wins.