Math Center Ideas by Math Manipulatives AtoZ

- Numbers and Equations -

• Publish a Number Book
• Play with Dominoes
• Create Math stories
• Create equations for math problems using manipulatives
• Group manipulatives by 2s, 5s or 10s and count
• Play War with playing cards to determine lesser and greater

   

  
  - Geometry -

  • Tangram Puzzles
  • Mosaics
  • Use Geometric Solids & compare to household items

   

  
  - Patterning -

  • Make Pattern Necklaces and Bracelets out of Fruit Loops
  • Make Patterns Using Unifix Cubes
  • Make Patterns Using Plastic Animals
  Make Patterns Using Stickers

   

  
  - Measurement -

  • Weigh items to determine lighter and heavier & lighter
  • Fill jars with varied items to explore volume
  • Eastimate measures with string
  • Mesuring with rulers, yard sticks, & tape measures
  • Measuring with non-standard tools like paperclips, unifix
  • Measure changes on a thermomometer