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Make addition practice fun and competitive with “Get Four In A Row!”—a lively, Connect Four-inspired game that gets children thinking, adding, and strategising as they play. Perfect for KS1 learners, this engaging activity turns simple arithmetic into an exciting challenge.

Pupils roll two standard six-sided dice, add the numbers, and colour in a circle that matches their total. The goal? Be the first to get four circles in a row—across, down, or diagonally—just like Connect Four!

To support all learners, the activity includes a numberline at the bottom of the page, providing a helpful scaffold for those who need a little extra help with their adding.

Why teachers love it:

• Encourages mental maths through play
• Familiar game format increases motivation
• Built-in numberline supports less confident learners
• Promotes strategic thinking and turn-taking
• Quick to prep and easy to use with just dice and pencils

You’ll need two six-sided dice and two different coloured pencils per game.
Ideal for maths centres, early finishers, or small group work—learning addition has never been this fun!