Essential Materials

Games, Game Sets, & Order Information

ORDER FORM & Overview of Math Pentathlon Materials
Sole Source Letter with W-9 Form

Game Sets are sold for groups of up to 4 students, 12 students, or 24 students. Games and Resources can also be purchased individually.  Explanations of sets, costs, and materials are below.

Below is the Division II Game Set for up to 4 students, which includes
5 Gameboards, Game Pieces, and the Official Rule Manual.
(Premiere/Professional Packages include Essential Instructional Resources)

The complete Mathematics Pentathlon® Program also includes The Essential Instructional Resources (example of Division II below). These Resources known as a Premiere/Professional Package, can be purchased with a Game Set or separately.

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GAME SETS, APPROXIMATE COSTS, AND DESCRIPTIONS

GAME SETS

  • Up to 4 Players
    • FAMILY GAME SET: Includes a Full Color Rule Manual, 1 set of the 5 games, and a Game Box (total of 5 games).
    • PREMIERE FAMILY GAME SET: Includes the Family Game Set with the Essential Instructional Resources; Full-Color Teaching Guide, an Adventures in Problem Solving Book, and the Investigations Exercises Binder.
  • Up to 12 Players
    • SMALL CLUB GAME SET: Includes a Full Color Rule Manual, 3 sets of the 5 games, and a Game Box (total of 15 games).
    • PROFESSIONAL SMALL CLUB GAME SET (RECOMMENDED): Includes the Family Game Set with the Essential Instructional Resources; Full-Color Teaching Guide, an Adventures in Problem Solving Book, and the Investigations Exercises Binder.
  • Up to 24 Players
    • CLASSROOM GAME SET: Includes a Full Color Rule Manual, 6 sets of the 5 games, and a Game Box (total of 30 games).
    • PROFESSIONAL CLASSROOM GAME SET (RECOMMENDED): Includes the Family Game Set with the Essential Instructional Resources; Full-Color Teaching Guide, an Adventures in Problem Solving Book, and the Investigations Exercises Binder.

APPROXIMATE COSTS OF MATERIALS

  • Approximate Game Set Cost: Pricing includes Game Boards, Game Pieces, Rule Manual, and Storage Box.
    • Family Game Set – Up to 4 Students: $95 ~ approximately $24 per student
    • Small Club Game Set – Up to 12 Students: $250 ~ approximately $21 per student
    • Classroom Game Set – Up to 24 Students: $450 ~ approximately $19 per student
  • Approximate PROFESSIONAL Game Set Cost (RECOMMENDED): Pricing includes The Teaching Guide, Game Boards, Game Pieces, Rule Manual, Adventures in Problem Solving Book, & Investigation Exercises Binder, and Storage Box.
    • Premiere Family Game Set – up to 4 Students: $210 ~ approximately $52 per student
    • Professional Small Club Game Set – up to 12 Students: $365 ~ approximately $30 per student
    • Professional Classroom Game Set – up to 24 Students: $565 ~ approximately $24 per student

DESCRIPTIONS OF MATERIALS

  • Game Sets, Packages & Individual Games: Each Division has a different Game Set. Packages and Individual Games are also shown.
    • Division I Games - (Kindergarten – 1st Grade)
    • Division II Games - (2nd Grade – 3rd Grade)
    • Division III Games - (4th Grade – 5th Grade)
    • Division IV Games - (6th Grade – 7th Grade)
  • Professional Packages (RECOMMENDED): The Professional Package for each Division includes The Guide, an Adventures in Problem Solving Book, and an Investigation Exercises Binder.
    • Professional Package for Division I - (Kindergarten – 1st)
    • Professional Package for Division II - (2nd – 3rd)
    • Professional Package for Division III - (4th – 5th)
    • Professional Package for Division IV - (6th – 7th)
  • The Guides for Teaching and Sequencing the Mathematics Pentathlon Program: This step-by-step Program Guide of Math Pentathlon Lessons is designed for Teachers and Coaches to prepare students to play the 5 Division games at each level, as well as to become more skillful in participating in the related Academic Tournament. The Guide is organized into Monthly Lesson Plans, with 4 lessons per month for weekly implementation.
    • The Guide for Division I - (Kindergarten – 1st)
    • The Guide for Division II - (2nd – 3rd)
    • The Guide for Division III - (4th – 5th)
    • The Guide for Division IV - (6th – 7th)
  • Adventures in Problem Solving Books I & II: Essential instructional resources providing prerequisite activities that build a foundation for successful play.
    • Adventures In Problem Solving Book I - (Kindergarten – 3rd)
    • Adventures in Problem Solving Book I - (4th – 7th)
  • Investigation Exercises Binders I & II: Essential assessment and instructional resources that include problem-solving scenarios to develop a deeper understanding of each game’s multiple strategies.
    • Investigations Exercises Binder I - (K -3rd)
    • Investigations Exercises Binder II - (4th -7th)
  • Mathematics Pentathlon Rule Manual: Rule manuals come with ALL Game Sets or can be purchased individually.

Individual Boards & Pieces

  • We understand some schools have used materials year after year and need to replace lost pieces or individual gameboards. Pieces and gameboards can be purchased individually online or by calling 317-356-6284 with VISA, 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 shelves to store materials
    • large laminated manila mailing folders or large book hanging sleeves for check-out\ either through the 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