This lesson gives students the opportunity to understand the role of numerals in a simple number sentence. This has a direct link to English grammar. They will learn how to differentiate between a count noun and mass noun to be able to solve and write word problems in future lessons.
"The linear abacus has been a valuable tool in our classroom for teaching students about number and algebra concepts. Its color-coded design and arrangement in tens on a string make it easy for students to solve problems and keep the classroom tidy. As a teacher, I find it convenient to model concepts on the whiteboard using my own linear abacus. Our students have successfully used it to learn about place value, fractions, decimals, addition, and subtraction."
Helen Karvelas, Teacher St Albans Heights Primary School
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