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Blog Posts

Number Bracelets

DIY Bracelets and Introduction to using them

Rekenreks

DIY Rekenrek and a booklet for introducing and using the rekenrek

Dot Cards

Using Dot Cards to build Number Sense

Resources

Rekenrek Video

Check out this video by Graham Fletcher for a very detailed explanation of how the rekenrek helps address many big mathematical ideas as well as the Common Core Content and Practice Standards.

Squishy Sensory Bags

Learn how to make a sensory bag to practive number writing and practice facts

Games to Play with Deck of Cards

Games to Play with a Pair of Dice