Summary
In “Steps Versus Squares,” the Numberblocks arrange blocks into equal rows to make rectangle and square numbers. A full episode (4:34) from the BAFTA-winning maths series — quick to drop into a maths warm-up or centre.
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Discussion questions
Discussion
“Steps Versus Squares” helps children arrange blocks into equal rows to make rectangle and square numbers.
- How were the blocks arranged into equal rows?
- How can equal rows help you count the total faster?
- What numbers can make a perfect square?
Quick work-a-long
Vocabulary: array, row, column, equal groups, rectangle.
Try it: Arrange counters into equal rows, then write the matching addition or multiplication.