Learning With Lynette

Ep:34-All Things Abacus


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**Subtraction on the Abacus**


- Demonstration of subtraction problems (76 minus 29, 67 minus 29)

- Explanation of handling numbers using place value system

- Comparison between using physical blocks and the Abacus


**Multiplication Concepts and Teaching Methods**


- Teaching multiplication using visual representations and repeated addition

- Understanding place value and distributive property

- Using the Abacus for multiplication problems

- Creating educational materials including practice pages and videos

- Games for learning multiplication facts (bingo, tic-tac-toe, card games)

- Teaching the 2 times table and 3 times table with dinosaur-themed materials

- Multiplying factors and significant figures


**Word Problems and Applications**


- Solving word problems involving subtraction and multiplication

- Visual representation through drawing

- Understanding grouping concepts (e.g., candy in bags)

- Number flexibility and different ways to group items


**Division Introduction**


- Preview of division teaching strategies

- Breaking down problems into smaller steps

- Using "or less" vocabulary consistently

- Importance of mastering multiplication facts before division

- Using visual aids like number lines and equations


**Math Combinations and Conceptual Learning**


- Understanding number partners and fact families

- Practicing minus operations

- Switching numbers to understand relationships


The session also included discussions about calendars for teaching time concepts and number search activities.

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Learning With LynetteBy Lynette Yung