Hands-on learning in math is essential to all learners, especially youngsters. In a math learning activity, young mathematicians use dominoes in order to discover the commutative property of addition. Fact families and doubles facts can also be introduced. 

Concepts

dominoes, addition, commutative property of addition, commutative property

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Additional Tags

math

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Instructional Ideas

• Appropriate for second grade as well
• The activity is ideal for connecting the use of moveable objects to the use of numbers and symbols

Classroom Considerations

• Have dominoes available for students to use

Pros

• Teacher commentary and solutions are included

Cons

• The domino worksheet is not included

Common Core

1.OA.B.3 MP2 MP4 MP5