Pre-Algebra Review Topic
Card Game
for Signed Numbers
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A regular deck of cards can be used to create a fast and easy motivational game for practicing signed numbers.

Deal a hand of 4 (or more) cards to each student, or pair of students. Red cards are negative numbers and black cards are positive numbers. Students are to determine the numerical value of their hand. Rules can state that the highest hand wins or the lowest hand wins. Set the rules regarding the numerical value of the face cards and aces before you begin.

*Hint: Dollar stores sell decks of cards in packs of 3 or 4 for a dollar.