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Set Model of Multiplication

Set Model of Multiplication

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This is an easy activity to do with students that shows the set model of multiplication: number of groups x number of objects in each group. Students (or the teacher) chooses the number of groups/circles to work with. Then they choose how many they want in each group and use stickers, rubber stamps or actual object to place in each circle. Students can glue their circles onto construction paper and record the multiplication equation underneath. Makes a great bulletin board!…

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Three “Tools” that Promote Mathematical Thinking

Three “Tools” that Promote Mathematical Thinking

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One of the best ways to engage young children in math is to make it hands-on. Here are three hands-on tools that can give kindergartners opportunities to do some great mathematical thinking in the context of…them. Bathroom Scale: The bathroom scale is a fun math “tool” to have in the house because it gives kids immediate feedback and, the best part is, it’s all about them! Unlike a lot of adults who may not like standing on a bathroom scale,…

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The Restaurant: Practicing Arithmetic in Third and Fourth Grade

The Restaurant: Practicing Arithmetic in Third and Fourth Grade

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Here’s a fun activity I do with 4th graders but it can be adapted for third graders. I wouldn’t have the 3rd graders figure out the tip unless you want to offer the high achievers a challenge. It’s also a little difficult for 4th graders but I find it’s a teachable moment, so I help them figure it out using number sense (10% + 5%). If you like, you can simply skip the tip part. In advance: Collect real restaurant…

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Fractions as a part of a set

Fractions as a part of a set

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Fractions as a part of a set can be tricky for students.  Especially when we spend a lot of time teaching fractions as a part of a whole (1 of the 6 equal pieces of pie) and the area model of fractions (1 of the 6 equal regions of the rectangle).  When it comes to fractions as a part of a set, I start easy by asking students to count the number of people in class.  If there is an…

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