Simple, 'think of a number' tricks
Get ready for some mind-bending maths magic! These tricks will amaze your kids. No wands or top hats needed - just your brain and basic maths skills!
1. Easy cancel
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Step 1: Pick a Number
Ask the kids to think of a secret number. It can be any number they like!
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Step 2: Add and Subtract
Tell them to add 6, then subtract 3. It's like a number rollercoaster!
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Step 3: The Big Reveal
Subtract 3 from their final answer. Ta-da! You've found their original number!
The Secret Behind the Missing Number
Addition Clue
Adding 6 moves the number up by 6 spots on the number line.
Subtraction Hint
Subtracting 3 moves it back down by 3 spots. We're still 3 above start!
Final Move
By subtracting 3 at the end, we land right back on the original number.
2. Palindrome Power
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Pick a 3-Digit Number
Choose any number with three digits. Let's say... 343!
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Flip It and Reverse It
Now, write that number backwards. 343 becomes... 343 again!
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Subtraction Magic
Subtract the smaller from the larger. 343 - 343 = 0. Voila!
Palindrome Puzzle Solved
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Mirror Numbers
Palindromes read the same forwards and backwards. They're number twins!
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Perfect Balance
When you subtract a palindrome from itself, everything cancels out perfectly.
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Zero Hero
If you get zero, you've found a palindrome. It's like magic!
3. Another, 'it's always 5" trick
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Start Your Engines
Pick any number. Let's go with 8 for this magical math journey!
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Double Trouble
Multiply by 2. Our 8 becomes 16. We're off to a great start!
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Perfect 10
Add 10 to your result. 16 + 10 = 26. The plot thickens!
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Split in Half
Divide by 2. (26 รท 2) = 13. We're almost at the finish line!
The Grand Finale
Subtract and Amaze
Subtract your original number. 13 - 8 = 5. The magic number appears!
Always Five
No matter what number you start with, you'll always end up with 5!
Math Magic Revealed
It's not sorcery, it's clever math! The steps cancel each other out, leaving just 5.
Practice Makes Perfect
Mental Maths
These tricks help sharpen your kids mental maths skills. No calculator needed!
Impress the students
Amaze your students with your newfound maths superpowers. They'll think you're a genius!
Understanding Numbers
These tricks help you see how numbers relate. Maths becomes fun and fascinating!
Create Your Own Maths Magic