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This visual and hands-on approach enables gifted 2nd graders, average 3rd graders, students with learning disabilities in Grades 4 -12, and middle-school pre-algebra students to experience success in solving algebraic equations.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eThis hands-on learning enables students to conceptualize equivalence and the methods for solving equations. The game-like approach enhances student interest in mathematics and lays a foundation for later algebra. Teachers LOVE our math learning kit and instructional strategies!\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eDr. Henry Borenson was awarded a patent for this instructional approach using game pieces, a laminated balance scale for the student, and a 3-dimensional stationary balance scale for the teacher. In three lessons students solve 4x + 3 = 3x + 9 and in six lessons they solve 2(2x + 1) = 3x + 12.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eSince 1986, the Hands-On Equations algebra manipulatives have helped more than a million students learn how to solve equations. Students respond positively to this enjoyable learning activity and are encouraged to solve advanced-looking equations, enhancing their interest in math. You owe it to yourself and your students to bring this pleasurable learning experience into your classroom!\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eImportant information\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003ch5\u003eDirections\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003ch4\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003ch5\u003eProduct description\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cimg src=\\\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/S\/aplus-media-library-service-media\/aa6970b0-5bfd-4238-9bec-28ac3749dbd7.__CR8,0,333,333_PT0_SX300_V1___.png\\\" class=\\\"aplus-img\\\" style=\\\"max-width:100%;height:auto;display:block;margin:0!important;padding:0!important;border:0;vertical-align:top;line-height:0;font-size:0;\\\" loading=\\\"lazy\\\" \/\u003e\u003ch5\u003eElegance of Design and Function\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis elegant and simple Teacher Demonstration Balance Scale, with its ivory base and plexiglass top, along with the large game pieces — colorful pawns and numbered cubes — captivates students\u0026#039; interest. Teachers LOVE using Hands-On Equations. The game pieces are attractive, large, and easily manipulated. The teacher can instantly and visually convey the meaning of equations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cimg src=\\\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/S\/aplus-media-library-service-media\/1d795e99-2502-43ac-8e6b-97cfb2d159cc.__CR150,0,3072,4096_PT0_SX300_V1___.jpg\\\" class=\\\"aplus-img\\\" style=\\\"max-width:100%;height:auto;display:block;margin:0!important;padding:0!important;border:0;vertical-align:top;line-height:0;font-size:0;\\\" loading=\\\"lazy\\\" \/\u003e\u003cp\u003eStudent showing a legal move on student balance scale\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cimg src=\\\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/S\/aplus-media-library-service-media\/d079c78e-c561-404a-9a31-955b827ea697.__CR0,19,4096,2048_PT0_SX350_V1___.jpg\\\" class=\\\"aplus-img\\\" style=\\\"max-width:100%;height:auto;display:block;margin:0!important;padding:0!important;border:0;vertical-align:top;line-height:0;font-size:0;\\\" loading=\\\"lazy\\\" \/\u003e\u003ch5\u003eThe setup for 2(2x + 1) = 3x + 8.\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003eStudents set up and solve this equation intuitively, without the need to memorize the distributive property.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch5\u003eThe power of a clear, visual presentation!\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003ch5\u003eAn Intuitive, Straight-Forward  Approach\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003eStudents easily learn how to transfer the abstract equation into its concrete representation and then perform \u0026#034;legal moves\u0026#034; to solve for the unknown. Presto!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch5\u003eHands-On Equations empowers students. Their self-confidence soars as they solve equations with understanding.\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cimg src=\\\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/S\/aplus-media-library-service-media\/965a074e-2daf-4498-9f9d-b9dfc8d1ab6f.__CR0,0,4096,4096_PT0_SX300_V1___.jpg\\\" class=\\\"aplus-img\\\" style=\\\"max-width:100%;height:auto;display:block;margin:0!important;padding:0!important;border:0;vertical-align:top;line-height:0;font-size:0;\\\" loading=\\\"lazy\\\" \/\u003e\u003ch5\u003eChecking leads to self-confidence\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003eStudents gain confidence when they KNOW their answer is correct after checking their solution.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cimg src=\\\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/S\/aplus-media-library-service-media\/6dfb1ef2-dc87-4f25-88c4-b32f5b225573.__CR0,0,4096,4096_PT0_SX300_V1___.jpg\\\" class=\\\"aplus-img\\\" style=\\\"max-width:100%;height:auto;display:block;margin:0!important;padding:0!important;border:0;vertical-align:top;line-height:0;font-size:0;\\\" loading=\\\"lazy\\\" \/\u003e\u003ch5\u003eSharing strategies is empowering.\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003eStudents enjoy sharing their solutions with fellow students. \u0026#034;Let me show you how I did it!\u0026#034;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cimg src=\\\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/S\/aplus-media-library-service-media\/364796e2-96bf-4d24-9e46-f24032ace605.__CR0,0,4096,4096_PT0_SX300_V1___.jpg\\\" class=\\\"aplus-img\\\" style=\\\"max-width:100%;height:auto;display:block;margin:0!important;padding:0!important;border:0;vertical-align:top;line-height:0;font-size:0;\\\" loading=\\\"lazy\\\" \/\u003e\u003ch5\u003eSuccess leads to enhanced self-esteem.\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003eSay goodbye to math anxiety. Say HELLO to success, understanding, and confidence!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch5\u003eHow it works: the setup and solution for the equation 4x + 3 = 3x + 9\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cimg src=\\\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/S\/aplus-media-library-service-media\/507d661d-70fb-4e1e-9a1b-33acb622ab1c.__CR0,0,2000,2000_PT0_SX220_V1___.png\\\" class=\\\"aplus-img\\\" style=\\\"max-width:100%;height:auto;display:block;margin:0!important;padding:0!important;border:0;vertical-align:top;line-height:0;font-size:0;\\\" loading=\\\"lazy\\\" \/\u003e\u003ch5\u003eOriginal setup on student scale\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe blue pawn represents the unknown, x. The numbered cubes, the constants. The two sides of the equation are set up on two sides of the student laminated balance scale,\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cimg src=\\\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/S\/aplus-media-library-service-media\/1bf06712-cfe4-4639-a18a-683d196473e3.__CR0,0,2000,2000_PT0_SX220_V1___.png\\\" class=\\\"aplus-img\\\" style=\\\"max-width:100%;height:auto;display:block;margin:0!important;padding:0!important;border:0;vertical-align:top;line-height:0;font-size:0;\\\" loading=\\\"lazy\\\" \/\u003e\u003ch5\u003eLegal move with the pawns\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003eRemoving the same number of blue pawns from each side of the scale maintains the theoretical balance between the two sides. The original setup has been simplified.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cimg src=\\\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/S\/aplus-media-library-service-media\/f250391c-6c1b-427e-9604-5a68f526b57b.__CR0,0,2000,2000_PT0_SX220_V1___.png\\\" class=\\\"aplus-img\\\" style=\\\"max-width:100%;height:auto;display:block;margin:0!important;padding:0!important;border:0;vertical-align:top;line-height:0;font-size:0;\\\" loading=\\\"lazy\\\" \/\u003e\u003ch5\u003eLegal move with the cubes\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003eRemoving the same cube value from both sides maintains the balance. In this example, a 3-value has been removed from the cubes on both sides. We see that x = 6.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch5\u003eReset original equations for the check\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe equation is reset to conduct the check. When the blue pawn has a value of 6, both sides have the value of 27. The final answer is x = 6, Check: 27 = 27.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch5\u003eResearch results: Grade 4 and Grade 8 students achieve at comparable levels with Hands-On Equations\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cimg src=\\\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/S\/aplus-media-library-service-media\/4761e389-1fa0-4a5a-aae0-6079439b8a66.__CR28,0,4236,2620_PT0_SX970_V1___.png\\\" class=\\\"aplus-img\\\" style=\\\"max-width:100%;height:auto;display:block;margin:0!important;padding:0!important;border:0;vertical-align:top;line-height:0;font-size:0;\\\" loading=\\\"lazy\\\" \/\u003e\u003ch5\u003eHands-On Equations enables Grade 4 students to attain a high level of success solving algebra equations with positive coefficients\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis study, published in the journal Creative Education, shows that inner-city students in Grade 4 can succeed at the same level as suburban Grade 8 students after completing the first seven lessons of Hands-On Equations. Whereas the Grade 4 students scored significantly lower on the last four questions of the pretest, the post-test results, taken WITHOUT manipulates, showed that both groups scored at comparable levels. As the study noted, the students were presented with the sixth item on the test without mention of the distributive property. Rather, they were instructed to first represent the quantity inside the parentheses with the pawns and cubes and then understand the \u0026#034;2\u0026#034; outside as an instruction to double that quantity. This focus on the MEANING of the symbols enabled almost two-thirds of the Grade 4 students to experience with this equation since they did not need to rely on memorizing a rule.\u003c\/p\u003e\",\"59410582536273\":\"\u003ch4\u003eAbout This Item\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul class=\\\"about-this-item\\\"\u003e\u003cli\u003eStudents employ “legal moves” to simplify and solve concrete and pictorial representations of algebra equations using a balance scale image, pawns, and numbered cubes.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eThese math manipulatives are intuitive and easy to use. This visual and hands-on approach enables gifted 2nd graders, average 3rd graders, students with learning disabilities in Grades 4 -12, and middle-school pre-algebra students to experience success in solving algebraic equations.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eThis hands-on learning enables students to conceptualize equivalence and the methods for solving equations. The game-like approach enhances student interest in mathematics and lays a foundation for later algebra. Teachers LOVE our math learning kit and instructional strategies!\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eDr. Henry Borenson was awarded a patent for this instructional approach using game pieces, a laminated balance scale for the student, and a 3-dimensional stationary balance scale for the teacher. In three lessons students solve 4x + 3 = 3x + 9 and in six lessons they solve 2(2x + 1) = 3x + 12.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eSince 1986, the Hands-On Equations algebra manipulatives have helped more than a million students learn how to solve equations. Students respond positively to this enjoyable learning activity and are encouraged to solve advanced-looking equations, enhancing their interest in math. You owe it to yourself and your students to bring this pleasurable learning experience into your classroom!\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eImportant information\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003ch5\u003eDirections\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003eInstructions on how to use the Hands-On Equations system are provided, but the specific details are not given in the provided information.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003ch5\u003eProduct description\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cimg src=\\\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/S\/aplus-media-library-service-media\/aa6970b0-5bfd-4238-9bec-28ac3749dbd7.__CR8,0,333,333_PT0_SX300_V1___.png\\\" class=\\\"aplus-img\\\" style=\\\"max-width:100%;height:auto;display:block;margin:0!important;padding:0!important;border:0;vertical-align:top;line-height:0;font-size:0;\\\" loading=\\\"lazy\\\" \/\u003e\u003ch5\u003eElegance of Design and Function\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis elegant and simple Teacher Demonstration Balance Scale, with its ivory base and plexiglass top, along with the large game pieces — colorful pawns and numbered cubes — captivates students\u0026#039; interest. Teachers LOVE using Hands-On Equations. The game pieces are attractive, large, and easily manipulated. The teacher can instantly and visually convey the meaning of equations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cimg src=\\\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/S\/aplus-media-library-service-media\/1d795e99-2502-43ac-8e6b-97cfb2d159cc.__CR150,0,3072,4096_PT0_SX300_V1___.jpg\\\" class=\\\"aplus-img\\\" style=\\\"max-width:100%;height:auto;display:block;margin:0!important;padding:0!important;border:0;vertical-align:top;line-height:0;font-size:0;\\\" loading=\\\"lazy\\\" \/\u003e\u003cp\u003eStudent showing a legal move on student balance scale\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cimg src=\\\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/S\/aplus-media-library-service-media\/d079c78e-c561-404a-9a31-955b827ea697.__CR0,19,4096,2048_PT0_SX350_V1___.jpg\\\" class=\\\"aplus-img\\\" style=\\\"max-width:100%;height:auto;display:block;margin:0!important;padding:0!important;border:0;vertical-align:top;line-height:0;font-size:0;\\\" loading=\\\"lazy\\\" \/\u003e\u003ch5\u003eThe setup for 2(2x + 1) = 3x + 8.\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003eStudents set up and solve this equation intuitively, without the need to memorize the distributive property.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch5\u003eThe power of a clear, visual presentation!\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003ch5\u003eAn Intuitive, Straight-Forward  Approach\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003eStudents easily learn how to transfer the abstract equation into its concrete representation and then perform \u0026#034;legal moves\u0026#034; to solve for the unknown. Presto!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch5\u003eHands-On Equations empowers students. Their self-confidence soars as they solve equations with understanding.\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cimg src=\\\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/S\/aplus-media-library-service-media\/965a074e-2daf-4498-9f9d-b9dfc8d1ab6f.__CR0,0,4096,4096_PT0_SX300_V1___.jpg\\\" class=\\\"aplus-img\\\" style=\\\"max-width:100%;height:auto;display:block;margin:0!important;padding:0!important;border:0;vertical-align:top;line-height:0;font-size:0;\\\" loading=\\\"lazy\\\" \/\u003e\u003ch5\u003eChecking leads to self-confidence\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003eStudents gain confidence when they KNOW their answer is correct after checking their solution.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cimg src=\\\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/S\/aplus-media-library-service-media\/6dfb1ef2-dc87-4f25-88c4-b32f5b225573.__CR0,0,4096,4096_PT0_SX300_V1___.jpg\\\" class=\\\"aplus-img\\\" style=\\\"max-width:100%;height:auto;display:block;margin:0!important;padding:0!important;border:0;vertical-align:top;line-height:0;font-size:0;\\\" loading=\\\"lazy\\\" \/\u003e\u003ch5\u003eSharing strategies is empowering.\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003eStudents enjoy sharing their solutions with fellow students. \u0026#034;Let me show you how I did it!\u0026#034;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cimg src=\\\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/S\/aplus-media-library-service-media\/364796e2-96bf-4d24-9e46-f24032ace605.__CR0,0,4096,4096_PT0_SX300_V1___.jpg\\\" class=\\\"aplus-img\\\" style=\\\"max-width:100%;height:auto;display:block;margin:0!important;padding:0!important;border:0;vertical-align:top;line-height:0;font-size:0;\\\" loading=\\\"lazy\\\" \/\u003e\u003ch5\u003eSuccess leads to enhanced self-esteem.\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003eSay goodbye to math anxiety. Say HELLO to success, understanding, and confidence!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch5\u003eHow it works: the setup and solution for the equation 4x + 3 = 3x + 9\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cimg src=\\\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/S\/aplus-media-library-service-media\/507d661d-70fb-4e1e-9a1b-33acb622ab1c.__CR0,0,2000,2000_PT0_SX220_V1___.png\\\" class=\\\"aplus-img\\\" style=\\\"max-width:100%;height:auto;display:block;margin:0!important;padding:0!important;border:0;vertical-align:top;line-height:0;font-size:0;\\\" loading=\\\"lazy\\\" \/\u003e\u003ch5\u003eOriginal setup on student scale\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe blue pawn represents the unknown, x. The numbered cubes, the constants. The two sides of the equation are set up on two sides of the student laminated balance scale,\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cimg src=\\\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/S\/aplus-media-library-service-media\/1bf06712-cfe4-4639-a18a-683d196473e3.__CR0,0,2000,2000_PT0_SX220_V1___.png\\\" class=\\\"aplus-img\\\" style=\\\"max-width:100%;height:auto;display:block;margin:0!important;padding:0!important;border:0;vertical-align:top;line-height:0;font-size:0;\\\" loading=\\\"lazy\\\" \/\u003e\u003ch5\u003eLegal move with the pawns\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003eRemoving the same number of blue pawns from each side of the scale maintains the theoretical balance between the two sides. The original setup has been simplified.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cimg src=\\\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/S\/aplus-media-library-service-media\/f250391c-6c1b-427e-9604-5a68f526b57b.__CR0,0,2000,2000_PT0_SX220_V1___.png\\\" class=\\\"aplus-img\\\" style=\\\"max-width:100%;height:auto;display:block;margin:0!important;padding:0!important;border:0;vertical-align:top;line-height:0;font-size:0;\\\" loading=\\\"lazy\\\" \/\u003e\u003ch5\u003eLegal move with the cubes\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003eRemoving the same cube value from both sides maintains the balance. In this example, a 3-value has been removed from the cubes on both sides. We see that x = 6.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch5\u003eReset original equations for the check\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe equation is reset to conduct the check. When the blue pawn has a value of 6, both sides have the value of 27. The final answer is x = 6, Check: 27 = 27.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch5\u003eResearch results: Grade 4 and Grade 8 students achieve at comparable levels with Hands-On Equations\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cimg src=\\\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/S\/aplus-media-library-service-media\/4761e389-1fa0-4a5a-aae0-6079439b8a66.__CR28,0,4236,2620_PT0_SX970_V1___.png\\\" class=\\\"aplus-img\\\" style=\\\"max-width:100%;height:auto;display:block;margin:0!important;padding:0!important;border:0;vertical-align:top;line-height:0;font-size:0;\\\" loading=\\\"lazy\\\" \/\u003e\u003ch5\u003eHands-On Equations enables Grade 4 students to attain a high level of success solving algebra equations with positive coefficients\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis study, published in the journal Creative Education, shows that inner-city students in Grade 4 can succeed at the same level as suburban Grade 8 students after completing the first seven lessons of Hands-On Equations. Whereas the Grade 4 students scored significantly lower on the last four questions of the pretest, the post-test results, taken WITHOUT manipulates, showed that both groups scored at comparable levels. As the study noted, the students were presented with the sixth item on the test without mention of the distributive property. Rather, they were instructed to first represent the quantity inside the parentheses with the pawns and cubes and then understand the \u0026#034;2\u0026#034; outside as an instruction to double that quantity. This focus on the MEANING of the symbols enabled almost two-thirds of the Grade 4 students to experience with this equation since they did not need to rely on memorizing a rule.\u003c\/p\u003e\",\"59410582601809\":\"\u003ch4\u003eAbout This Item\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul class=\\\"about-this-item\\\"\u003e\u003cli\u003eSimplifies the teaching of algebra concepts for students in Grades 3 and up\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003ePresents an INTUITIVE visual, kinesthetic, and game-like approach to solving equations\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eDr. Henry Borenson was awarded a patent for this teaching system. In three lessons students solve 4x + 3 = 3x + 9 and in six lessons they solve 2(2x + 1) = 3x + 12.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eConceptual learning enables students to experience success, enhances their interest in mathematics, and is a foundation for later algebra work.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eSince 1986, these algebra manipulatives have helped more than a million students learn how to solve equations.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eImportant information\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003ch5\u003eDirections\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003eInstructions on how to use the Hands-On Equations system are provided, but the specific details are not given in the provided information.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003ch5\u003eProduct description\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cimg src=\\\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/S\/aplus-media-library-service-media\/aa6970b0-5bfd-4238-9bec-28ac3749dbd7.__CR8,0,333,333_PT0_SX300_V1___.png\\\" class=\\\"aplus-img\\\" style=\\\"max-width:100%;height:auto;display:block;margin:0!important;padding:0!important;border:0;vertical-align:top;line-height:0;font-size:0;\\\" loading=\\\"lazy\\\" \/\u003e\u003ch5\u003eElegance of Design and Function\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis elegant and simple Teacher Demonstration Balance Scale, with its ivory base and plexiglass top, along with the large game pieces — colorful pawns and numbered cubes — captivates students\u0026#039; interest. Teachers LOVE using Hands-On Equations. The game pieces are attractive, large, and easily manipulated. The teacher can instantly and visually convey the meaning of equations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cimg src=\\\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/S\/aplus-media-library-service-media\/1d795e99-2502-43ac-8e6b-97cfb2d159cc.__CR150,0,3072,4096_PT0_SX300_V1___.jpg\\\" class=\\\"aplus-img\\\" style=\\\"max-width:100%;height:auto;display:block;margin:0!important;padding:0!important;border:0;vertical-align:top;line-height:0;font-size:0;\\\" loading=\\\"lazy\\\" \/\u003e\u003cp\u003eStudent showing a legal move on student balance scale\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cimg src=\\\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/S\/aplus-media-library-service-media\/d079c78e-c561-404a-9a31-955b827ea697.__CR0,19,4096,2048_PT0_SX350_V1___.jpg\\\" class=\\\"aplus-img\\\" style=\\\"max-width:100%;height:auto;display:block;margin:0!important;padding:0!important;border:0;vertical-align:top;line-height:0;font-size:0;\\\" loading=\\\"lazy\\\" \/\u003e\u003ch5\u003eThe setup for 2(2x + 1) = 3x + 8.\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003eStudents set up and solve this equation intuitively, without the need to memorize the distributive property.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch5\u003eThe power of a clear, visual presentation!\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003ch5\u003eAn Intuitive, Straight-Forward  Approach\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003eStudents easily learn how to transfer the abstract equation into its concrete representation and then perform \u0026#034;legal moves\u0026#034; to solve for the unknown. Presto!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch5\u003eHands-On Equations empowers students. Their self-confidence soars as they solve equations with understanding.\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cimg src=\\\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/S\/aplus-media-library-service-media\/965a074e-2daf-4498-9f9d-b9dfc8d1ab6f.__CR0,0,4096,4096_PT0_SX300_V1___.jpg\\\" class=\\\"aplus-img\\\" style=\\\"max-width:100%;height:auto;display:block;margin:0!important;padding:0!important;border:0;vertical-align:top;line-height:0;font-size:0;\\\" loading=\\\"lazy\\\" \/\u003e\u003ch5\u003eChecking leads to self-confidence\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003eStudents gain confidence when they KNOW their answer is correct after checking their solution.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cimg src=\\\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/S\/aplus-media-library-service-media\/6dfb1ef2-dc87-4f25-88c4-b32f5b225573.__CR0,0,4096,4096_PT0_SX300_V1___.jpg\\\" class=\\\"aplus-img\\\" style=\\\"max-width:100%;height:auto;display:block;margin:0!important;padding:0!important;border:0;vertical-align:top;line-height:0;font-size:0;\\\" loading=\\\"lazy\\\" \/\u003e\u003ch5\u003eSharing strategies is empowering.\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003eStudents enjoy sharing their solutions with fellow students. \u0026#034;Let me show you how I did it!\u0026#034;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cimg src=\\\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/S\/aplus-media-library-service-media\/364796e2-96bf-4d24-9e46-f24032ace605.__CR0,0,4096,4096_PT0_SX300_V1___.jpg\\\" class=\\\"aplus-img\\\" style=\\\"max-width:100%;height:auto;display:block;margin:0!important;padding:0!important;border:0;vertical-align:top;line-height:0;font-size:0;\\\" loading=\\\"lazy\\\" \/\u003e\u003ch5\u003eSuccess leads to enhanced self-esteem.\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003eSay goodbye to math anxiety. Say HELLO to success, understanding, and confidence!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch5\u003eHow it works: the setup and solution for the equation 4x + 3 = 3x + 9\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cimg src=\\\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/S\/aplus-media-library-service-media\/507d661d-70fb-4e1e-9a1b-33acb622ab1c.__CR0,0,2000,2000_PT0_SX220_V1___.png\\\" class=\\\"aplus-img\\\" style=\\\"max-width:100%;height:auto;display:block;margin:0!important;padding:0!important;border:0;vertical-align:top;line-height:0;font-size:0;\\\" loading=\\\"lazy\\\" \/\u003e\u003ch5\u003eOriginal setup on student scale\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe blue pawn represents the unknown, x. The numbered cubes, the constants. The two sides of the equation are set up on two sides of the student laminated balance scale,\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cimg src=\\\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/S\/aplus-media-library-service-media\/1bf06712-cfe4-4639-a18a-683d196473e3.__CR0,0,2000,2000_PT0_SX220_V1___.png\\\" class=\\\"aplus-img\\\" style=\\\"max-width:100%;height:auto;display:block;margin:0!important;padding:0!important;border:0;vertical-align:top;line-height:0;font-size:0;\\\" loading=\\\"lazy\\\" \/\u003e\u003ch5\u003eLegal move with the pawns\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003eRemoving the same number of blue pawns from each side of the scale maintains the theoretical balance between the two sides. The original setup has been simplified.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cimg src=\\\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/S\/aplus-media-library-service-media\/f250391c-6c1b-427e-9604-5a68f526b57b.__CR0,0,2000,2000_PT0_SX220_V1___.png\\\" class=\\\"aplus-img\\\" style=\\\"max-width:100%;height:auto;display:block;margin:0!important;padding:0!important;border:0;vertical-align:top;line-height:0;font-size:0;\\\" loading=\\\"lazy\\\" \/\u003e\u003ch5\u003eLegal move with the cubes\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003eRemoving the same cube value from both sides maintains the balance. In this example, a 3-value has been removed from the cubes on both sides. We see that x = 6.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch5\u003eReset original equations for the check\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe equation is reset to conduct the check. When the blue pawn has a value of 6, both sides have the value of 27. The final answer is x = 6, Check: 27 = 27.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch5\u003eResearch results: Grade 4 and Grade 8 students achieve at comparable levels with Hands-On Equations\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cimg src=\\\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/S\/aplus-media-library-service-media\/4761e389-1fa0-4a5a-aae0-6079439b8a66.__CR28,0,4236,2620_PT0_SX970_V1___.png\\\" class=\\\"aplus-img\\\" style=\\\"max-width:100%;height:auto;display:block;margin:0!important;padding:0!important;border:0;vertical-align:top;line-height:0;font-size:0;\\\" loading=\\\"lazy\\\" \/\u003e\u003ch5\u003eHands-On Equations enables Grade 4 students to attain a high level of success solving algebra equations with positive coefficients\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis study, published in the journal Creative Education, shows that inner-city students in Grade 4 can succeed at the same level as suburban Grade 8 students after completing the first seven lessons of Hands-On Equations. 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