Thursday, September 17, 2009

Math Explorations

During each math unit, there is one day devoted to math "exploration" time. During these lessons, students are invited to explore our many math tools in a variety of ways. Today, students explored pattern blocks, base-10 blocks, and geoboards. I explained to students that today they could use these tools in any way that was quiet and safe. Soon, we will be using these items to help teach math concepts. Giving students an opportunity to play with them beforehand often helps students be ready to use them as tools when the time comes.

(Note: Base-10 blocks and geoboards are pictured here. Pattern blocks have been featured in previous posts.)

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