Presents the philosophy behind the Miquon math method. Interesting reading. Also includes helpful appendices on pre-math activities with the rods and instructions for making other homemade manipulatives.
Miquon Notes to Teachers
Description
Miquon Math Labs is a hands-on, discovery-based math program for Grades 1-3 that uses Cuisenaire rods to help children model numbers and operations concretely. It emphasizes pattern-building, creative problem-solving, and deep conceptual understanding rather than rote memorization or traditional worksheets.
The unique alpha-numeric page numbering system gives
families great flexibility. You can work through each book sequentially or
focus on specific topics as needed.
Key Curriculum Features:
- Early introduction of all four operations in Grade 1, plus fractions, clock arithmetic, area, volume, and factoring
- Over 650 lab sheets (teaching pages) across 6 workbooks that encourage multiple solution methods and mental dexterity
- Strong development of independence, creativity, and flexible thinking
- Concepts covered include counting, odd/even, place value, number lines, functions, graphing, geometry, series, word problems, and more
- Excellent foundation for transitioning to programs like Singapore Math
Program Components:
- Six Student Workbooks: Consumable lab sheets (non-reproducible for single family use)
- Lab Sheet Annotations: Essential Teacher’s Guide with explanations, teaching suggestions, preliminary activities, and answers to selected problems
Miquon Math Labs curriculum stands out for its innovative, manipulative-based approach that builds confident, creative problem solvers from an early age. It is an excellent choice for homeschool families seeking a hands-on, conceptual math program that fosters strong mathematical thinking.
Shop all Miquon Math Labs workbooks and sets below!
| Product Format: | Softcover Book |
|---|---|
| Grades: | 1-3 |
| Brand: | In the Think of Things |
| Author: | Lore Rasmussen |
| ISBN: | 9781933407098 |
| Length in Inches: | 11 |
| Width in Inches: | 8.5 |
| Height in Inches: | 0.25 |
| Weight in Pounds: | 0.35 |
