Lesson Plan

Representing the Laws of Arithmetic

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Sixth graders connect numerical expressions to geometric area. They first complete an assessment task requiring them to identify area models for numerical expressions. Learners then participate in an activity to match area models to numerical expressions.

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Instructional Ideas
  • Use the lesson as a formative assessment instrument
Classroom Considerations
  • Lesson requires materials such as glue
  • Activity needs prior preparation (cutting up card sets)
Pros
  • Includes solutions so you can easily check pupils' work
  • Learners will appreciate the game nature of the card matching activity
Cons
  • None