Assessment

Geoboard Squares

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Don't be a square! Help your budding mathematicians discover patterns within squares. Scholars create squares on geoboards and identify patterns in the number of nails, both nails on the edge of the squares and nails within the squares. They then solve problems using their patterns.

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Instructional Ideas
  • If available, provide geoboards to struggling pupils
Classroom Considerations
  • Learners will need access to dot paper or graph paper
  • The class should have prior experience generating and extending number patterns
Pros
  • Simple, straightforward task is easy to understand and complete
  • Includes commentary and feedback for sample student work
Cons
  • None