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Build an Army | Mr Barton Maths
Strategy Game

Build an Army

“Strength in Numbers”

A fun strategy game to consolidate key mathematical concepts. Play the game, describe your strategy, then investigate deeper through probing questions.

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How to play

1
Choose soldiers Each player picks soldiers with different point values
2
Do the maths Calculate using the topic’s operations
3
Build your army Strategic choices determine your final strength
4
Discuss strategy What’s the winning approach?

Full instructions are provided in the “General Rules” PowerPoint included with each activity.

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