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  • Aug 9 2010 12:35 AM

    Rita Nutsch

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  • Thinkfinity
  • Original Source:
    Illuminations

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Description

This Figure This! challenge focuses on having students figure out how an old roll of 15 cent stamps could be combined with some new 33 cent stamps to mail a package. A number of resources are provided that students can use if they get stuck, including hints and a section giving possible solutions. There are also links to related questions, interesting background information, and other resources.

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    Bookmarks

    Topics and Grades

    Grade: 3 to 8

    Topics: Algebra & Functions, Mathematics, Addition & Subtraction, Number Sense

    Standards

    Resource Pedagogy

    Resource Type/Classification:

    • Teacher Materials


    Tool for: Administrators, Parents, Teachers

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    Instructional Strategy

    Teaching Method: Hands-on Learning