The Math Balance provides an excellent, concrete way to show number relationships, operations, and comparisons. This T-shaped number balance stands 9" tall. Each arm is labeled from 1 to 10 from the center moving outward. Pegs are located at each numbered position for hanging weights. Twenty 10g plastic weights are included.
Math Balance
SKU
018355
Grade 3-6
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Non-Consumable
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Warning
Choking Hazard
- Small parts. Not for children under 3 years.
Description
Publisher's Description of Math Balance
Teach number relationships in a concrete way. As students manipulate the balance, they gain insight into abstract concepts of number operations, algebraic equations, and properties of arithmetic. Set includes 8.5" tall balance, twenty 10.0g weights, and labels.
Category Description for RightStart Mathematics
RightStart Mathematics is a proven, hands-on homeschool math curriculum designed to help children truly understand, apply, and enjoy math. Created by Dr. Joan A. Cotter, RightStart Math replaces traditional counting with powerful visualization strategies and the innovative AL abacus, building deep number sense from the very beginning.
Unlike rote-memorization programs, RightStart emphasizes conceptual understanding through multi-sensory activities, engaging math card games, early place value work, and non-counting strategies inspired by Asian approaches. Students learn to see quantities in groups of fives and tens and use the unique “math-way” of number naming (such as “ten-one” for eleven) to develop stronger mental math and place value skills.
RightStart uses flexible lettered levels rather than strict grade levels. Use the free downloadable placement test below to find the best starting point for your child. The program is especially helpful for children who learn differently, struggle with math anxiety, or need to catch up or move ahead quickly.
Key Features of RightStart Math
- The AL abacus as the primary tool for visualizing numbers in groups of 5 and 10
- Fun math card games turn practice into an enjoyable activity
- Spiral yet mastery-oriented progression that prevents gaps
- Guided lessons with high teacher involvement and minimal busywork
- Clear two-column lesson pages: activities on the left and helpful teacher background on the right
- 30–40 minute lessons that are easy to teach
Levels A–F build core elementary skills (roughly K–5/6), while Levels G and H extend into middle school topics including pre-algebra, geometry, and some trigonometry.
Second Edition Note: The Second Edition of RightStart Math incorporates recent research and uses one comprehensive Manipulative Set that works for all levels. When starting, most families purchase the RS2 Manipulative Set along with the Book Bundle for their starting level (which includes the spiral-bound lesson book, worksheets, and appendix). Level G requires an additional Geometry Set.
Whether your child struggles with math or thrives on hands-on discovery, RightStart Mathematics fosters lasting confidence and true mathematical thinking.
Browse all RightStart Math levels, bundles, the AL abacus, and manipulatives below, or download the free placement test to find the perfect starting point for your homeschool math journey.
Details
| Product Format: | Other |
|---|---|
| Grades: | 3-6 |
| Brand: | EdX Education |
| EAN/UPC: | 832382006420 |
| Length in Inches: | 26.1875 |
| Width in Inches: | 3.125 |
| Height in Inches: | 3.125 |
| Weight in Pounds: | 1.4 |
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