Develop number concepts and learn basic facts up to ten and more with the mini Rekenrek!

Rekenreks (also known as arithmetic racks or calculating frames) are ideal for building number sense in students. The Rekenrek gives students a concrete, physical object to help develop and deepen their understanding of numbers. Students build a strong sense of 5 and 10 and learn about the relationships among numbers and operations along the way.

PRODUCT PERKS

• Sturdy wooden frames endure daily classroom use and are easy to clean
• 2 rows of 10 beads each to show multiple ways of looking at numbers
• 5 red beads and 5 white beads on each row encourages subitizing

WHAT TO TEACH

• Subitizing: Color-coded beads help students identify numbers visually without counting
• Composing & Decomposing Numbers: Make and break values to five and ten
• Addition & Subtraction Strategies: Doubles strategies, near five, near ten, counting on