Lore Rasmussen chronicles the information, experiences, and results of using Miquon Math in her first-grade class. If you're not convinced that this program will make a difference in the math reasoning ability of your children, read this. The discoveries, insights and responses displayed illustrate the power of this method to bring out the best in budding mathematicians.
Miquon First-Grade Diary
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 |
|---|---|
| Grade: | 1 |
| Brand: | In the Think of Things |
| Author: | Robert Hightower |
| ISBN: | 9781933407104 |
| Length in Inches: | 9 |
| Width in Inches: | 6 |
| Height in Inches: | 0.5 |
| Weight in Pounds: | 0.7 |
