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Synopsis of the Hands-On Equations Curriculum |
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As the State increases the math standards at the elementary level to include algebraic concepts, we are faced with the difficult task of teaching abstract concepts to elementary age students. To do this, we are using Hands-On Equations. This program takes the very abstract concept of algebra and makes it concrete. Eventually students move from the concrete to pictoral and finally to the abstract. This program begins in second grade and continues up to the sixth grade when pre-algebra concepts start to be introduced. Students enjoy using Hands-On Equations because it feel likes a game. Adults are amazed at the problems students are able so solve using this manipulative!