In Reflecting on Patterns students use the mouse to move shapes from a drawer to the workspace where they can use the tiles to create matching puzzles based on lines of symmetry. Students can also cover outlined designs with the appropriate tiles. Examining Operations demonstrates regrouping and basic mathematical operations through the use of base-ten blocks. A trading game offers an excellent way for students to have practice in regrouping, place value, addition, subtraction, multiplication, and decimals. In Picturing Equations, students develop problem solving and mathematical skills as they identify missing addends and sums.
Students solve three and five-sum puzzles while creating their own puzzles for others to solve.
An on-screen notebook is also available. Picturing Equations allows teachers to introduce pre-algebra concepts in a challenging visual format. Reproduction by any means without written permission is prohibited.