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Math Game Monday: The Number That Must Not Be Named
This challenging game stretches everyone’s working memory and offers children the delightful possibility of stumping an adult.
Many parents remember struggling to learn math. We hope to provide a better experience for our children. And one of the best ways for children to enjoy learning is through hands-on play.
So what are you waiting for? Let’s play some math!
The Number That Must Not Be Named
Math Concepts: addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, integers, fractions, factoring, powers and roots, prime numbers, and other number properties.
Players: two or more (a cooperative game).
Equipment: none.
Set-Up
Because all calculations are done mentally, players must agree on what types of numbers are allowed. For example, beginners may want to start with the positive whole numbers 1–100. As players gain experience, you can expand the range of possibilities.
How to Play
The first player names any number within the permissible range. Players take turns naming mathematical operations, performing each calculation mentally but never saying their answer aloud.
For example, suppose the first player names “15.” Turns may then proceed as follows, with the number changing as shown in parentheses:
- “Times two.” (30)
- “Divided by five.” (6)
- “Squared.” (36)
- “Subtract it from one hundred.” (64)
- “Square root.” (8)
- “Cube root.” (2)
- “To the fifth power.” (32)
- “Plus one.” (33)
- “Nearest prime number.” (31)
- etc.
Players try to show style by naming operations that haven’t been used, especially something particular to the current number. Since the last calculation left the number at thirty-one, you might say “plus sixty-nine.” This proves you’ve been paying attention and gives everyone’s brain a brief rest on the nice, round number 100.
If a player names a calculation that makes no sense or that takes the number outside the agreed-upon range, that player is out of the game.
At any time, one player may challenge another to name the current number. If the challenged player says the wrong number, that player drops out of the game. But if the answer is correct, then the challenger is out.
The game continues until only one player remains, or until the players decide to stop.
History
When I was a kid, our teachers used to make students keep up with a long chain of mental calculations. This game offers students a chance to fight back and see if they can stump the teacher.
I found the game on Joel David Hamkins’s blog. Your children may also enjoy his Rule-Making Game:
* * *This game is an excerpt from Prealgebra & Geometry: Math Games for Middle School. Discover more of my books, printable activities, and cool mathy merchandise at Denise Gaskins’ Playful Math Store.
Special Offer: Would you like to access a growing archive of Math Monday games and other activity ideas as convenient printable pdf downloads, ready to print and play with your kids? Join me on Patreon or choose the paid subscription on Substack for mathy inspiration, tips, printable activities, and more.
“The Number That Must Not Be Named” copyright © 2026 by Denise Gaskins.
#Arithmetic #Games #MathGameMonday #MiddleSchool #PreAlgebra
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Math Game Monday: The Number That Must Not Be Named
This challenging game stretches everyone’s working memory and offers children the delightful possibility of stumping an adult.
Many parents remember struggling to learn math. We hope to provide a better experience for our children. And one of the best ways for children to enjoy learning is through hands-on play.
So what are you waiting for? Let’s play some math!
The Number That Must Not Be Named
Math Concepts: addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, integers, fractions, factoring, powers and roots, prime numbers, and other number properties.
Players: two or more (a cooperative game).
Equipment: none.
Set-Up
Because all calculations are done mentally, players must agree on what types of numbers are allowed. For example, beginners may want to start with the positive whole numbers 1–100. As players gain experience, you can expand the range of possibilities.
How to Play
The first player names any number within the permissible range. Players take turns naming mathematical operations, performing each calculation mentally but never saying their answer aloud.
For example, suppose the first player names “15.” Turns may then proceed as follows, with the number changing as shown in parentheses:
- “Times two.” (30)
- “Divided by five.” (6)
- “Squared.” (36)
- “Subtract it from one hundred.” (64)
- “Square root.” (8)
- “Cube root.” (2)
- “To the fifth power.” (32)
- “Plus one.” (33)
- “Nearest prime number.” (31)
- etc.
Players try to show style by naming operations that haven’t been used, especially something particular to the current number. Since the last calculation left the number at thirty-one, you might say “plus sixty-nine.” This proves you’ve been paying attention and gives everyone’s brain a brief rest on the nice, round number 100.
If a player names a calculation that makes no sense or that takes the number outside the agreed-upon range, that player is out of the game.
At any time, one player may challenge another to name the current number. If the challenged player says the wrong number, that player drops out of the game. But if the answer is correct, then the challenger is out.
The game continues until only one player remains, or until the players decide to stop.
History
When I was a kid, our teachers used to make students keep up with a long chain of mental calculations. This game offers students a chance to fight back and see if they can stump the teacher.
I found the game on Joel David Hamkins’s blog. Your children may also enjoy his Rule-Making Game:
* * *This game is an excerpt from Prealgebra & Geometry: Math Games for Middle School. Discover more of my books, printable activities, and cool mathy merchandise at Denise Gaskins’ Playful Math Store.
Special Offer: Would you like to access a growing archive of Math Monday games and other activity ideas as convenient printable pdf downloads, ready to print and play with your kids? Join me on Patreon or choose the paid subscription on Substack for mathy inspiration, tips, printable activities, and more.
“The Number That Must Not Be Named” copyright © 2026 by Denise Gaskins.
#Arithmetic #Games #MathGameMonday #MiddleSchool #PreAlgebra
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¡Vamos!, moet Denise (35) gedacht hebben. Na een turbulente periode kiest de nieuwbakken influencer resoluut voor zichzelf. De realityster, die kijkers leerden kennen in 'Winter Vol Liefde' en later in 'De Hanslers: van de Piste naar de Playa', heeft Nederland achter zich...
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¡Vamos!, moet Denise (35) gedacht hebben. Na een turbulente periode kiest de nieuwbakken influencer resoluut voor zichzelf. De realityster, die kijkers leerden kennen in 'Winter Vol Liefde' en later in 'De Hanslers: van de Piste naar de Playa', heeft Nederland achter zich...
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𝗗𝗲𝗻𝗶𝘀𝗲 𝘃𝗮𝗻 𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗟𝗮𝗮𝗻 𝘂𝗶𝘁 𝗪𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗩𝗼𝗹 𝗟𝗶𝗲𝗳𝗱𝗲 𝗺𝗼𝗲𝘁 𝗻𝗼𝗴 𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗴𝘀 𝗲𝘅 𝗠𝗶𝗸𝗲 𝗛𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗹𝗲𝗿
¡Vamos!, moet Denise (35) gedacht hebben. Na een turbulente periode kiest de nieuwbakken influencer resoluut voor zichzelf. De realityster, die kijkers leerden kennen in 'Winter Vol Liefde' en later in 'De Hanslers: van de Piste naar de Playa', heeft Nederland achter zich...
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𝗗𝗲𝗻𝗶𝘀𝗲 𝘃𝗮𝗻 𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗟𝗮𝗮𝗻 𝘂𝗶𝘁 𝗪𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗩𝗼𝗹 𝗟𝗶𝗲𝗳𝗱𝗲 𝗺𝗼𝗲𝘁 𝗻𝗼𝗴 𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗴𝘀 𝗲𝘅 𝗠𝗶𝗸𝗲 𝗛𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗹𝗲𝗿
¡Vamos!, moet Denise (35) gedacht hebben. Na een turbulente periode kiest de nieuwbakken influencer resoluut voor zichzelf. De realityster, die kijkers leerden kennen in 'Winter Vol Liefde' en later in 'De Hanslers: van de Piste naar de Playa', heeft Nederland achter zich...
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¡Vamos!, moet Denise (35) gedacht hebben. Na een turbulente periode kiest de nieuwbakken influencer resoluut voor zichzelf. De realityster, die kijkers leerden kennen in 'Winter Vol Liefde' en later in 'De Hanslers: van de Piste naar de Playa', heeft Nederland achter zich...
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Denise Richards' 3 Kids: All About Daughters Sami, Lola and Eloise
https://fed.brid.gy/r/https://people.com/all-about-denise-richards-kids-7503099
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Denise Welch takes aim at former Loose Women co-star in fiery takedown
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Denise Richards' Heartfelt Oration for Ex Patrick Muldoon
Actress Denise Richards is sad after ex-boyfriend Patrick Muldoon died on April 19. He was her best friend and family.
#PatrickMuldoon, #DeniseRichards, #CelebrityDeath, #BeverlyHills, #Grief
https://newsletter.tf/denise-richards-mourns-ex-patrick-muldoon-death/
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Denise Richards shared a sad message about her ex-boyfriend Patrick Muldoon who passed away on Sunday, April 19. He was 57 years old.
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Denise Richards Remembers Friend and ‘Starship Troopers’ Co-Star Patrick Muldoon: ‘I Don’t Know What I’m Going to Do Without You Here’
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Denise Richards Remembers Friend and ‘Starship Troopers’ Co-Star Patrick Muldoon: ‘I Don’t Know What I’m Going to Do Without You Here’
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Denise Richards Remembers Friend and ‘Starship Troopers’ Co-Star Patrick Muldoon: ‘I Don’t Know What I’m Going to Do Without You Here’
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Denise Richards Remembers Friend and ‘Starship Troopers’ Co-Star Patrick Muldoon: ‘I Don’t Know What I’m Going to Do Without You Here’
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Denise Richards Remembers Friend and ‘Starship Troopers’ Co-Star Patrick Muldoon: ‘I Don’t Know What I’m Going to Do Without You Here’
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Denise Richards Remembers Friend and ‘Starship Troopers’ Co-Star Patrick Muldoon: ‘I Don’t Know What I’m Going to Do Without You Here’
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Denise Richards Mourns Best Friend Patrick Muldoon: “I Am Deeply Heartbroken & Devastated Losing You”
#News #DeniseRichards #PatrickMuldoonhttps://deadline.com/2026/04/denise-richards-mourns-patrick-muldoon-1236867502/
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Denise Richards Mourns Best Friend Patrick Muldoon: “I Am Deeply Heartbroken & Devastated Losing You”
#News #DeniseRichards #PatrickMuldoonhttps://deadline.com/2026/04/denise-richards-mourns-patrick-muldoon-1236867502/
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Denise Richards Mourns Best Friend Patrick Muldoon: “I Am Deeply Heartbroken & Devastated Losing You”
#News #DeniseRichards #PatrickMuldoonhttps://deadline.com/2026/04/denise-richards-mourns-patrick-muldoon-1236867502/
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Denise Richards Mourns Best Friend Patrick Muldoon: “I Am Deeply Heartbroken & Devastated Losing You”
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