standard_description: Represent addition and subtraction with objects, fingers, mental images, drawings (Drawings need not show details, but should show the mathematics in the problem. (This applies wherever drawings are mentioned in the Standards.)), sounds (e.g., claps), acting out situations, verbal explanations, expressions, or equations.
problem_activity: Stage 1: Explore
Required Preparation
Materials to Gather
Connecting cubes

Narrative
Students have free exploration time with connecting cubes.


aligns: no