Hands-Up Math

What do those symbols mean? How are they used? Dig into math operations with these colorful learning tools!

• 1.

  Choose a numeral from 0 to 9 or a math symbol such as the plus, minus, multiplication, division, or equal sign. You may need several of each numeral.

• 2.

  Using a Crayola® Erasable Colored Pencil on oaktag or poster board, sketch your numeral or symbol large enough to fill the paper.

• 3.

  Fill the numeral or symbol with various patterns and designs using colored pencils and Crayola Washable Markers.

• 4.

  Cut out your Hands-Up Math pieces with Crayola Scissors.

• 5.

  For extra strength, cover your numerals and signs in clear plastic adhesive.

• 6.

  Use Hands-Up Math to solve problems, demonstrate math concepts, and keep score when you play games.

Benefits

• Students recognize and can explain the meaning of various signs and symbols used in math, such as add, subtract, equal, multiply, divide, and square root.
• Depending on their level of math development, children recognize numbers, count, add, subtract, divide, or multiply, do integers or bases, or find square roots.
• Students create a set of distinctive patterned numerals and signs to use when depicting math operations.

Adaptations

• Students, including those in special education classes, work with partners or in small groups to practice the math concepts they are studying, using these numerals and symbols.
• Display the numbers on a hallway bulletin board for an eye-catching math exhibit.
• Use these symbols to keep score with playground or indoor games.