Technology Tidbits
Math Tools
Why Math Tools?!
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Money Pieces
Features:
- see front and back of coins
- break sets (10s,5s, etc) apart into smaller pieces
- hide/show money sets behind shades
- tools to write and type equations
Number Frames
Features:
- instant 5,10, 20, 100 frames
- create your own frames
- counters or shapes
- various colors
- show grid or move to background
- tools to write and type equations
Number Line
Features:
- set number lines to various sizes
- Use set numbers or blank numberline
- select your own spacing between numbers
- open number options, including place your own boxes
- tools to write and type equations
Number Pieces (Pieces Basic)
Features:
- base 10 blocks up to 100s
- break apart into individual pieces or snap together
- change colors
- rotate and duplicate objects
- tools to write or type equations
Number Rack
Features:
- move beads by dragging
- display from 10 to 100 beads
- change bead colors
- show or hide shades
- tools to write or type equations
Pattern Shapes
Features:
- easily select single or multiple shapes
- rotate and flip shapes
- change shape size or color
- show or hide various grid types
- work with outlines
- built in protractor
- tools to write or type equations
I need ideas!
Browse the following resources for many ideas on how to use each of the math tool apps across grade levels
Below is linked a Google slideshow document that shows various ways to use each app. Check out the slideshow for many great ideas!
What Else?
Free Protractor
Other Math Tools...
Calculator HD Free allows for a very basic calculator--great for primary aged students who don't need all the bells and whistles (and distractions) of a more advanced calculator. Hold the iPad in portrait mode to see the simple calculator.
Schoolkit Math offers many virtual manipulatives including a 100s Chart, money, Fraction Kit, number houses, etc.
HELP!!!!
Use the information button at the bottom of the screen to see helpful information about how each app works.
You can also access their website which includes further contact infomation!
About me...
Kristin Bellus-Penz
Pullman Elementary
Email: kbellus@sowasho.org
Website: http://pes.sowashco.org/
Location: 1260 Selby Avenue, Saint Paul Park, MN, United States
Phone: 651-425-3640
Twitter: @kbelluspenz