Why we math manipulatives like algebra tiles | Rise over Run

Here’s an early finisher activity for the end of the year! Students write their words of wisdom for future students. | Rise over Run

We can’t expect math fluency without flexibility. And we can’t expect flexibility without students knowing lots of strategies. When students know several strategies, they can play with the numbers and choose a strategy that makes the most sense and is the most efficient. Being flexible means being comfortable with numbers… and don’t we wish all students had that? | Rise over Run