Mathematics has long been recognized for it's mental benefits.Working with numbers improves your concentration, memory, focus, problem solving skills, and general clarity of thought.
To enjoy these benefits, you don't have to indulge in any complicated formulas. All you need is a few minutes daily practice playing some simple math games.
And before you rush out to buy
latest Xbox console and software, realize that numbers are all around you...
Look at
clock on your computer. Usually it's located in
lower right-hand corner of your screen (or use any clock to tell
time).
The 24-hour format works best. On my computer right now,
time is 15:38.
There are all kinds of creative games you can play with this. Here are ten to get you started:
#1 Add
single digits together from left to right:
1 + 5 + 3 + 8 = (say "6... 9... 17")
#2 Add
single digits together from right to left:
8 + 3 + 5 + 1 = (say "11... 16.. 17")
#3 Add
inner and outer digits together, then add
resulting pairs together:
1 + 8 = 9 5 + 3 = 8 and so 9 + 8 = 17