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But instead of using our Base 10 Blocks, we decided to get a little crafty and make a set out of beans.
We used the Jumbo Popsicle sticks, and I think these are red kidney beans.
I put up a full photo tutorial in case you’re not familiar with the idea of Base 10 blocks.
I suppose you could use any other item that would fit on a popsicle stick; macoroni, stickers ect…
You could really customize them to encourage involvement.
Sissy really enjoyed using these sticks to count up to the hundreds, and Bubba liked the feel of the beans on the sticks. Since she was part of the process of making them, I think she participated more in their use.
And of course that got me wondering…….
What special tools have you made special for your children to learn with?
Seriously, do we get some kind of induction award or something?
Ya’ll remember the day you came home with a set of Base 10 blocks right?
It’s like crossing the line between
“We’re thinking about Homeschooling
……and……
We are a Homeschooling family”
(I’m not kidding….It’s even mentioned on YouTube
…that means it’s got to be true!)
Anyway, the set came with it’s own workbook of ideas and activities, but we were also able to pick up this handy little game book that adds a bit more spice and interaction for my soon to be 1st grader!
It has some great punch out cards that you can use to make up your own games with…..and Sissy loves games……and competition…..
And a chance to beat Mom.
Seriously, when we played this afternoon, she didn’t even realize that she was learning.
And it took all of 10 minutes for her to start counting in the hundreds.
The girls got it figured out.
So now of course I’m on a Base 10 Mission
(Sounds Official doesn’t it!)
And I’ve been tracking down some helpful worksheets and activities online:
Okay, and there are like a ZILLION others online if you just do a search.
Anyone want to share their favorite Base 10 game or activity with us?
I know ya’ll know of some good ones!
I am a Christian mother of four, with over 13-years experience homeschooling in Southern Oregon. The resources and products I create are designed to keep the prep to a minimum while also bringing a little educational fun to your classroom
