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Shape Whiz Game Review

I have a great math game to share with you today.  It is a geometry game called Shape Whiz by SimplyFun.

Simply Fun

SimplyFun is an award winning nationally recognized creator of over 100 educational games and puzzles  for kids 3 through adult.

Some of the Fun Educational Games at SimplyFun

Some of the Fun Educational Games at SimplyFun

They have won over 150 awards over the years.  That is a whole lot of folks saying these games are amazing!  All of their games can be completed in 30 minutes or less.  Their games are easy to learn and don’t take much time, so they easily fit into everyone’s busy day in the classroom and after-school too.

Shape Whiz

Shape Whiz

Shape Whiz

Shape Whiz
Ages 10 and Up
2-4 Players
Retail $24
Wholesale $18

Shape Whiz comes with 80 Double Sided Shape Cards; 45 Blue Simple Shapes and 35 Green Complex Shapes.  On the Back of each shape card are the answers to match clue cards.  Shape Whiz also comes with 40 Double Sided Whiz Cards.

Components of the Shape Whiz Game

Components of the Shape Whiz Game

Skills Practiced

2D Geometry
Shape Measurement
Math Symbols
Eye Hand Coordination
Problem Solving
Speed Math

How We Used The Shape Whiz Game

I am so excited about using this game to teach my kids about geometry.  We have played table games several times this summer to bust boredom on hot and also rainy days and this game has come in handy just for fun.

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But Shape Whiz goes way beyond fun and is very educational.

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We practiced mastering the principles of geometry.   We used our basic knowledge of geometry knowledge and reasoning skills to figure out clues and find the shape described.

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It is a real challenge to try to be the fastest player to find the Shape Card that solves the Whiz Card question.

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You can to use a lot of concentration and other players can take your Shape Cards if they see the answer faster than you do.

We will definitely keep playing this geometry game weekly in our math learning practice through the school year.

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The first player to empty their Personal Shape Card Stack Wins!

How To Buy

SimplyFun offers four great ways to purchase their award winning educational games.  You can choose the option that is just right for you.

Retail

  • You can purchase AMAZING Educational Games and Puzzles at retail.

Hostess

  • You can host a Laugh and Learn Party.  Invite your friends and you can earn 15%-25% money back on their purchases, product points, and free thank you products too just by hosting a game party.

Play Saver Wholesale Member

  • You can become a Play Saver Wholesale Member for $19 which includes two free games (worth $27), and save 15% off every purchase. Each year that you purchase $100 wholesale, you will get free membership.  This is an terrific option for Homeschool Families.

Playologist

  • You can also become a sales associate called a Playologist.  This is your own business where you host parties and earn 25% on every game you sell, plus other bonusses and incentives. The Playologist statup fee is $149 and comes with 11 games (worth over $300), a business starter kit, free training, and your own website.

WishList

You can also make and save a WISHLIST on their site. I highly recommend you create a wish list and let family and friends know which of these amazing products you would like to get for birthday gifts, Christmas gifts, youth group, coops, clubs, etc. and also the ones you want to tell your spouse about (hint, hint) to use to support your homeschool curriculum, etc.  These games are fantastic!

I think I would enjoy hosting a party, maybe a Back to School or Christmas party, and share these wonderful products.  I would love to earn enough to pay for a Playologist kit and have plenty left over to buy gifts on my wish list.  This is an amazing opportunity to build your own library of educational games and puzzles!

SPECIAL OFFER 

Special savings offer for my readers.  SAVE 15% on your first purchase!  Use “SHREVIEW” Discount code (expires 7/31/2015) at checkout.

Social Media

Be sure to follow SimplyFun on their social media links for all the latest news and updates. They are a fantastic company and you will want to stay in the loop!

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/simplyfun
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