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In this activity, learners find as many combinations of a hundred as they can using various puzzle pieces from a hundred square grid paper. This activity helps learners understand that numbers are made up of other numbers. Learners will also practice using patterns and geometry, counting, and adding. This activity guide contains sample questions to ask, literary connections, extensions, and alignment to local and national standards.
- 5 to 10 minutes
- 5 to 10 minutes
- 1 cent - $1 per student
- Ages 6 - 11
- Activity, Game, Lesson/Lesson Plan
- English
Quick Guide
Materials List (per student)
- 100 square grid (several copies, p.3)
- Puzzle pieces: 20 five-square long pieces, 20 ten-square long pieces, 8 twenty-five square pieces (5-square by 5-square rectangle), and 4 fifty-square pieces (10-square by 5-square rectangle)
- Crayons
- Scissors
Subjects
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Mathematics
- Algebra
- Geometry
- Number and Operations
- Representation
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The Nature of Technology
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The Design Process
- Problem Solving
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The Design Process
Informal Categories
- Games
Audience
To use this activity, learners need to:
- see
- touch
Learning styles supported:
- Involves hands-on or lab activities
Other
Components that are part of this resource:
Includes alignment to state and/or national standards:
This resource is part of:
Access Rights:
- Free access
By:
Rights:
- All rights reserved, Children's Museum of Houston,
Funding Source:
- ExxonMobil