Tuesday, February 12, 2008
Using a Number Line
This Number Line was made using poster board folded in half (so it would stand), writing the numbers 1 to 10 and covering with contact paper.
A Number Line
Tuesday, February 12, 2008
Using a Number Line
This Number Line was made using poster board folded in half (so it would stand), writing the numbers 1 to 10 and covering with contact paper.
A Number Line can be found in the math area of the Montessori classroom. It is a handy tool for young children to use when learning their numbers. When counting items the items can be laid out in front of the Number Line and when identifying the number symbols it can be used as a guide for 1 to 10 counting. When a child is writing their own numerals, the Number Line can again be used as a reference.
In the photo the little girl uses the Number Line when discovering the mystery number of hearts.
We have a Number Line here at home also and over the years my boys have used it many, many times. Having a visual guide when learning new information is very helpful (especially for visual learners). This is also something an older child could make for a younger child.