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Topic: Patterns and algebra
Arithmetic Avalanche
Help Claudio the CoolSchool Penguin get away from the avalanche by completing arithmetic sequences.
Expression diagrams (animations)
These animations introduce and demonstrate expression diagrams, also known as arrow diagrams or flowcharts. Expression diagrams show how an algebraic expression is built. They promote a deeper understanding of algebra and also help students to solve equations. There are some optional step-by-step explanations that can be turned off if you are presenting to a class.
math teacher - math touch practice
“Math Touch helps you visualize how to perform the Order of Operations given any mathematical operation sequence.”
[iTunes link for iPhone, iPod touch and iPad – free]
Substitution (animations)
A set of animations that illustrate the process of algebraic substitution, including using concrete materials to model the process. Suitable for the IWB or projector. Free.
TwentyFour Lite
“An addictive new take on a classic math card game! The goal of the game is deceptively simple: make the number 24 using the four given numbers and basic arithmetic — addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.”
[iTunes link – iPhone, iPod touch, iPad – free]