Montessori Math Booklet Chart
The operations of addition, multiplication, subtraction, and division are initially presented using the very concrete Golden Beads. Each unit, ten, hundred, and thousand is represented by a bead.
Once the children have grasped the concepts using the concrete Golden Bead materials, they are then guided to use the more abstract materials; Addition Strip Board, Multiplication Bead Board & Charts, Subtraction Strip Board, and the Division Board and Charts.
It is at this point that the children begin to learn to memorize math facts. Using Math Booklets is helpful for children when they are first beginning this work - it allows them to work with the materials independently.
After the challenge of completing all of the math booklets it is a joy to complete a Math Booklet Chart!
Once the children have grasped the concepts using the concrete Golden Bead materials, they are then guided to use the more abstract materials; Addition Strip Board, Multiplication Bead Board & Charts, Subtraction Strip Board, and the Division Board and Charts.
It is at this point that the children begin to learn to memorize math facts. Using Math Booklets is helpful for children when they are first beginning this work - it allows them to work with the materials independently.
After the challenge of completing all of the math booklets it is a joy to complete a Math Booklet Chart!
We carry two sets of the Math Booklets:
Our online selection of printable Montessori Math materials include:
Addition: Command Cards, Equation Slips, Strip Board & Charts, Word Problems
Multiplication: Command Cards, Equation Slips, Multiplication Charts, Word Problems
Subtraction: Command Cards, Equation Slips, Strip Board & Charts, Word Problems
Division: Command Cards, Equation Slips, Division Charts, Word Problems
Want to know why the process of multiplication is taught before subtraction? Read here.
Our online selection of printable Montessori Math materials include:
Addition: Command Cards, Equation Slips, Strip Board & Charts, Word Problems
Multiplication: Command Cards, Equation Slips, Multiplication Charts, Word Problems
Subtraction: Command Cards, Equation Slips, Strip Board & Charts, Word Problems
Division: Command Cards, Equation Slips, Division Charts, Word Problems
Want to know why the process of multiplication is taught before subtraction? Read here.
Learn how to make a Montessori Math Booklet Chart
1. Here are the materials you require to make a Math Booklet Chart:
- Math Booklets - available in Sequential or Random order
- colored construction paper - 3 sheets of standard 8½ x 11" is fine.
- glue stick, or white craft glue (if laminating - use only a glue stick)
- clear tape (to join construction paper together)
- yarn - the length of your arm span
- an "S" hook (must have some weight to it)
2. Fill in the Math Booklets and cut them out.
After the child has completed all of the equations in the Math Booklets have them cut each one out.
3. Create the color chart using the construction paper.
Using 2 or 3 pieces of construction paper (depending on the size), tape the short ends together to create a long rectangular chart. If you are using our Math Booklets, then your color construction chart will need to be approximately 25" x 6" (depending on how much decoration/embellishment your child wants to do). Trim the chart to the approx. size you need.
4. Glue the Math Booklet pages on to the color chart.
When the papers are glued in the correct order and in alignment from left to right, it's visually appealing to see the numbers growing in succession.
5. Make a Cord to tie the rolled up chart with.
Transporting charts home from school (or storing them) can be tricky. A good method of keeping the chart in relatively good shape for transport is to roll it up and make a cord to tie around it. Using tape will only tear the paper, and possibly ruin the child's work, using a rubber band isn't very attractive. You can learn how to make a cord here.
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