During math our activities almost always include a game.  Games are a fun way for children to work on various math skills including counting, number recognition and decomposition (different ways to make one number.)   While we play these primarily to strengthen our math skills, it is also a great opportunity to practice the social skills involved in playing a partner game, which include being kind, flexible, and patient.   We have had discussions about the importance of playing games the right way (not cheating!), playing willingly with any partner, helping each other and being a good sport.  We always end our games by shaking hands and saying "good game!"  Ask your child if he or she has a favorite math game at school.  At home, any game that involves dice or playing cards is a great way to practice math skills.