The Mathematics Pentathlon® Program is a compilation of 4 key resources: the Math Pentathlon Games and related Game Rule Manual, The Guide for Teaching & Sequencing the Mathematics Pentathlon® Program, Adventures in Problem Solving Book II (Grades 4-7), and Investigation Exercises Book II (Grades 4-7).
The Games & Rule Manual Div IV (6-7)
The Essential Instructional Resources
The Guide for Teaching & Sequencing the Math Pentathlon Program coordinates the Games and Game Manual, the Adventures in Problem Solving Book, and the Investigation Exercises Book. The Guide is organized into Monthly Lesson Plans with four Lessons per month for weekly implementation. Each Lesson describes necessary materials, approximate lesson time, resources with corresponding page numbers, and a summary of each activity with related illustrations.
The Adventures in Problem Solving Book connects the Mathematics Pentathlon games with the math curriculum providing numerous activities that deal with important math content and process-related objectives. In addition, many introductory activities are suggested that develop prerequisite skills for being successful in playing the Mathematics Pentathlon games and developing related problem-solving strategies.
The Investigation Exercises Binder complements the Math Pentathlon games and Adventures in Problem Solving Book by providing problem-solving worksheets that help students develop higher-level thinking about the multiple strategies within each game.
Game Sets, Cost and Considerations
Up to 4 Players
FAMILY GAME SET: $85 – Includes a Full Color Rule Manual, 1 set of the 5 games, and a Game Box (total of 5 games) – $40 savings if buying items individually
PREMIERE FAMILY GAME SET: $190 – Includes the Family Game Set with the Essential Instructional Resources; Full-Color Teaching Guide, an Adventures in Problem Solving Book, and the Investigations Exercises Publication. – $60 savings if buying items individually
Up to 12 Players
SMALL CLUB GAME SET: $235 – Includes a Full Color Rule Manual, 3 sets of the 5 games, and a Game Box (total of 15 games) – $80 savings if bought items individually ~ approximately $19 per student
PROFESSIONAL SMALL CLUB GAME SET: $340 – Includes the Family Game Set with the Essential Instructional Resources; Full-Color Teaching Guide, an Adventures in Problem Solving Book, and the Investigations Exercises Publication. – $60 savings if buying items individually ~ approximately $28 per student
Up to 24 Players
CLASSROOM GAME SET: $415 – Includes a Full Color Rule Manual, 6 sets of the 5 games, and a Game Box (total of 30 games) – $59 savings if buying items individually ~ approximately $17 per student
PROFESSIONAL CLASSROOM GAME SET: $520 – Includes the Family Game Set with the Essential Instructional Resources; Full-Color Teaching Guide, an Adventures in Problem Solving Book, and the Investigations Exercises Publication. – $60 savings if bought items individually ~ approximately $22 per student
Individual Boards & Pieces
We understand some schools have used the materials year after year and are in need of lost pieces or individual boards. Pieces, boards and resources can be purchased individually online or by calling 317-356-6284 with a VISA or MC,Check or PO.
Optional Materials To Consider: Although the Pentathlon Institute provides game boxes, many adults like to organize their materials to best meet their needs. Some examples are described below:
- plastic storage bins or plastic shelves to store materials
- large laminated manila mailing folders or large book hanging
- sleeves for check out either through club or school library
- extra plastic zipper bags for game pieces
- scratch paper
- writing utensils: pencils, pens, colored pencils, crayons, etc.
- snacks for students after school or during club play