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Algebra Manipulatives
Below you will find a source list of Algebra Manipulatives. The first list consists of store-bought algebraic tools (with links), and the second provides links with instructions to make some of these tools at home.
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Description
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Aizweb Jumbo Magnetic XY Coordinate Dry Erase Grid
Large magnetic coordinate grid that makes it simple for students to identify axes, points, and quadrants.
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Algebra Activity Cards
Algebraic expression flashcards that provide practice solving basic operations and assisting students with test prep.
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Algebra Balance
Hands-on scale tool to help students visualize algebraic problems before solving.
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Pre-Algebra Bingo Game
Helps students identify algebraic concepts such as planes, axes, ordered pairs, integers, real numbers, fractions, decimals, and relationships.
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Algebra Dominoes
28 piece set of dominoes to teach algebra and complete algebra matching games.
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Algebra Dominoes
28 piece set of dominoes to teach algebra and complete algebra matching games.
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Algebra Exponents Card Game
Teach students find the value of x/y and determine the use of exponential operations.
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Algebra Lab Gear
Extends the Base-10 model to develop abstract thinking skills that can be applied to algebraic equations. Particularly useful for visual, spatial, and kinesthetic learners.
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Didax Easyshapes Algebra Tiles
Helps introduce students to the concept of operations and explore the related concept of polynomials.
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Didax Educational Resources: The Algebra Game
For grades 7-12: Linear Graph Game
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Didax Educational Resources The Algebra Game: Quadratic Equations
For grades 7-12: Quadratic Equations
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Didax Linear Graphs Algebra Card Game,White
For grades 7-12: To increase algebra fluency via card game versions of Go Fish or Rummy.
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Didax Educational Resources Algebraic Expressions & Equations Dominoes Children's Mathematical Learning Aids Small
For grades 5-6: Reinforcement/practice in solving basic algebraic equations
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Dry Erase Graph Whiteboard
12X9 inch whiteboard with grid for creating and solving linear equations.
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EAI Education Algebra Tiles
Students build geometric models of polynomials (recommended grades: 5-12)
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EAI Quiet Shape Foam Algebra Tiles
Students build geometric models of polynomials (recommended grades: 3-10)
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Electronic Flash Cards
Ages 6+: Encourages the practice of operations and early algebra skills related to algebra and commutative property.
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hand2mind Plastic Algebra Tiles Student Set
Visually demonstrate for students math concepts such as adding and subtracting polynomials, factoring trinomials, and applying the zero principle.
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Hands-on Equations Starter Set
Gr. 3-5: Use game pieces to physically 'set up' a given algebraic equation, then use 'legal moves' to physically solve equations.
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Integer Operations Manipulative
Gr. 6-8: Solving basic integer operations with counters.
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Lakeshore Equation Tiles
Age 9-11 (Gr. 4-6) Students form equations with tiles and practice algebraic thinking.
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Learning Resources Magnetic Algebra Tiles
Ages 11+: Teaching algebraic principles with concrete models that work on the whiteboard.
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Nasco Equation Math Matching Game
Gr. 6-12: Teaching algebraic principles with concrete models that work on the whiteboard
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Vang Game—Integer Operations Card Game
Gr. 6-12: A game that helps students make connections between verbal, algebraic, numerical, and graphical representations of important math concepts.
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DIY Options
Homemade Algebra Tiles
Double-sided, inexpensive tiles made of card stock with X/Y variables and negative numbers
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Homemade Cuisenaire Rods
Inexpensive Cuisenaire Rods made from cardboard
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Homemade Whiteboard
Whiteboards made of white panelboard at Lowe's or Home Depot
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Homemade Magnetic Algebra Tiles
Giant algebra tiles made of cardstock and magnetic tape
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Mathonopoly Game
Free Downloadable Equation Game
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