Length of each rod corresponds to a greater number of units.
Divided into in an alternating red and blue pattern
They are varying in length from 10 centimetres to 1 meter.
Description
Number rods 10 pieces They are varying in length from 10cm to 1 meter. Ten rods identical with the Red Rods in length. The Number Rods are a Montessori math activity presented around the age of 4.
As children work with this material, they gain the understanding that the length of each rod corresponds to a greater number of units. But divided into in an alternating red and blue pattern. The single difference between the Long Red Rods and the Number Rods is the latter is painted red and blue, in alternating increments of 10cm, to signify separate units.
They are varying in length from 10 centimetres to 1 meter. To show that numbers can represent quantities, to show that units can be combined to create quantities, counting to ten. A sensorial representation of the decimal system. Ideal for introducing children to quaintly. To help a child grasp the concept of numbers. The weight of each rod as it's carried to the mat in relation to its length. The pattern of the rods as they build the stair.
