Number Line games are so much fun! Here’s how to teach and play the human number line math game with three-digit addition and subtraction.

This post introduces the human number line math game, a super fun game I created for my students to practice three-digit adding and subtracting with the number line. The number line is used for teaching number sense along with other important concepts.
The Best of All Number Line Games – The Human Number Line!
HOW TO PLAY THE HUMAN NUMBER LINE GAME
STEP #1: Print off all the pieces for the game that you will need.
(Link for the FREE game below)
STEP #2: Cut out the game cards and number signs for your number line. Laminate for durability.
SUGGESTED TIPS:
- Leave it as an option during Math centers and free time.
- You can change the game to suit the skill you are working on.
- The blank templates give you a chance to customize.
Human Number Line Game Cards
With this activity, you receive 24 rainbow math flashcards with three-digit addition, subtraction, and mixed equations on them. You receive a blank template to print off and use for any skill you want your students to practice using the human number line.
They are also great for flashcards and any other game you can think up. The colored numbers are provided for you to label your number line. Blank circles are included that are useful if you wanted a number line to 20 or higher.
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Thanks for the freebie! This game looks super fun!
Emily
scheinbere@hotmail.com
Thanks Emily!! I hope your kids love the game!
Elyse 🙂
That is a very fun game to practice math fluency! Thank you for sharing!
Thanks Cherie! I hope you can get some use out of it!!
Elyse 🙂
This game will be so fun!!! I can't wait to do this on Monday
Thanks Shareen…I hope your kids loved playing 🙂
Elyse
Love the GAME HOP! Thanks! wendy 1stgradefireworks
Love these blog hops…when I'm in them or not. Love grabbing great ideas and freebies!!
Elyse 🙂
Another Canadian blogger! Bryn 😉
Hi Bryn! Love meeting Canadian Bloggers!!
Elyse 🙂
This game looks likes my kids will love it!!!! Amazing giveaway!
Julie
I hope they love it too! Thanks for entering Julie!!
Elyse 🙂
Great blog Hop! Am visiting your stores now! 🙂 Thanks! Wendy 1stgradefireworks
Thanks so much!!! 🙂
This looks like a lot of fun. I know my students will enjoy it.
Love getting kids up and MOVING during math – seems to really help engage their developing brains. Thanks for sharing. 🙂
Your freebie looks like a lot of fun! Thanks for sharing!
I LOVE this! I am going to use the blanks for easier Math addition and subtraction number sentences for my kiddos. Thank you for sharing!
This is an awesome activity! Can't wait to use with my first graders!
I absolutely am in love with this game! I think it is fantastic. Thank you so much for sharing!!
Laura
Differentiation Station Creations
My kiddos will LOVE this!! Thank you! :o)
Cindy
ccfirstteacher@gmail.com
The human number line game is going to be a hit in my classroom!! Thank you so much for sharing! I have some very active boys this spring and they will love moving and grooving! 🙂
Thanks so much for saying so Robin! My kids really love it! Gotta do anything to get those boys moving…especially on rainy days 🙂
Elyse
What a fun game. My kids will love it!
Deb
Not very fancy
Thanks for the fun freebie!
You're very welcome Chrissy!
sometimes we forget how hard this can all be for a small child. Thanks for this insightful post. We have not had to move countries, but my kids do attend an immersion school.
lessons for kids
Thanks for this freebie, I can’t wait to try it!! Curious do you leave this down throughout the year or are you always having to tape it back down each time.
Thanks so much
Hi Christy! I make the number line when it is time to practice addition and subtraction. I leave the taped line down but not the cards. Enjoy
A very nice and interesting way to learn and play! My children will love it!