Title: BIDMAS Fraction Frenzy

Objective: To reinforce understanding of BIDMAS (Brackets, Indices, Division and Multiplication, Addition and Subtraction) while incorporating fractions in a fun and engaging warm-up game.

Materials needed: - Whiteboard or chart paper - Markers - Fraction cards (prepared in advance) - Timer (optional)

Instructions: 1. Divide the class into pairs or allow students to work individually. 2. Explain the rules of the game: Each pair or individual will be given a set of fraction cards. They must use the given fractions and BIDMAS operations to create as many unique expressions as possible within the given time frame. 3. Write the acronym BIDMAS on the whiteboard or chart paper for reference. 4. Distribute the fraction cards to each pair or individual. 5. Set a timer for 5 to 10 minutes, depending on the available time. 6. Instruct the students to use the fraction cards to create expressions that follow the BIDMAS order of operations. Encourage them to use brackets creatively to enhance the complexity of their expressions. 7. Remind students to simplify their expressions by performing the operations in the correct order. 8. Encourage students to think outside the box and create as many unique expressions as possible. 9. After the time is up, have each pair or individual share their most interesting or challenging expression with the class. 10. Discuss the expressions as a class, highlighting the correct order of operations and any common mistakes made. 11. Congratulate the students on their creativity and understanding of BIDMAS.

Variations: - For an added challenge, you can assign point values to each expression based on its complexity. The pair or individual with the highest total score wins. - Instead of using fraction cards, you can provide students with a set of fraction dice. They can roll the dice to determine the fractions they will use in their expressions. - To make the game more competitive, you can divide the class into teams and have them compete against each other to create the most expressions within the given time frame.