Snap Cubes – A Tower of Squares - Promethean Planet

SNAP CUBE GRID PAPER90 THE SUPER SOURCE ® ◆ Snap Cubes ® ◆ Grades 3–4 ©ETA/Cuisenaire ®

This hands-on lesson was provided by ETA/Cuisenaire®. Hands-on materials helpstudents learn faster! They help students deepen their understanding of importantmathematical concepts and foster the transition of student understanding from concrete torepresentational to abstract.FAQQ: Where can I find and buy the manipulatives identified in the lesson for my studentsto use?A: Go to www.etacuisenaire.com. Type the name of the manipulative in the Search boxat the top of the ETA Web page.Q: Can I use virtual manipulatives to teach the lesson?A: Yes! We recommend you use ETA/Cuisenaire certified manipulatives available fromPromethean® Planet or from www.etacuisenaire.com. If possible, use the virtualmanipulatives for whole-class instruction and the physical manipulatives for small groupand independent student work.Q: Where can I get more lessons like this one?A: Two great resources for lessons focused on hands-on materials available fromETA/Cuisenaire are The Super Source® books and Hands-On Standards®, DeluxeEdition.Q: What is the difference between lessons in The Super Source books and Hands-OnStandards, Deluxe Edition?A: Hands-On Standards, Deluxe Edition provides scripting and support for the teacherwho is beginning to introduce the use of manipulatives into the math classroom. TheSuper Source provides a wide range of topics and lessons that can be taught with aspecific manipulative.