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Author:Elinor H. Crecelius, Wyoming Girls School; Sheridan, Wyoming
Description: An addition of signed numbers activity (grades 7-12) using lima beans spray-painted on one side to represent positive and negative numbers as a concrete reference for the concept of addition of integers. The students discover the rules themselves, leading to increased comprehension and retention. From the Columbia Education Center collection of math mini-lessons.
Levels: Middle School (6-8), High School (9-12)
Languages: English
Resource Types: Manipulatives, Lesson Plans and Activities
Math Topics: Addition, Negative Numbers

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