Feb 10, 2013
Counting Math Manipulative
***This cheap and easy DIY is great for the Early Childhood Level! Kiddos can stack them for counting and adding, or use them individually for number sense and counting and subtraction. Excellent for a large group or a small group.
>>Can be modified for different skill levels<<
{Stacked to introduce position of written problems} What is two green beads plus four red beads?
{From 10 beads on each stick} How many are left if you take away 6 white beads?
{Ways to make 10} 1+9, 2+8, 3+7, 4+6, 5+5.....