Teachables MAB Base Ten Longs - Set of 50

Enhance your students' understanding of place value with the MAB Base 10 Longs. This set includes 50 solid timber MAB longs, each measuring 10 cm (L) x 1 cm (H) x 1 cm (W). The longs represent tens in the base 10 system and can be used in combination with other Base 10 units, flats, and cubes (sold separately). These versatile blocks are excellent for teaching basic maths concepts like addition, subtraction, and number sense. Students can use the blocks to practice place value, create patterns, and explore free play through construction activities. The set is also perfect for engaging students in activities that involve comparing lengths, seriation, or building structures, such as creating a square meter.

Educational Benefits:

• Helps students visualise and understand the concept of tens in the base 10 system.
• Encourages hands-on practice with addition and subtraction of larger numbers.
• Supports free play and creativity, allowing students to build structures and explore spatial relationships.
• Promotes pattern recognition and critical thinking through sorting, measuring, and comparing blocks.

Classroom Ideas:

• Use the longs to build multi-digit numbers and explore addition or subtraction with larger quantities.
• Challenge students to build structures or patterns, enhancing their spatial awareness and creativity.
• Incorporate the longs in lessons about measurements by comparing different sized blocks.
• Encourage students to explore different ways to build a square meter using various base ten blocks.

Information:

• Ages: Suitable for 6+ years
• Contents: 50 x MAB Base 10 Longs
• Size: 10 cm (L) x 1 cm (H) x 1 cm (W) per long
• Packaging: Supplied in a sturdy container for easy storage