Teachables Catiga Calculator - 10 Digit

The Catiga 10-Digit Calculator is a compact, dual-powered unit designed for student use across a wide range of maths and science applications. It features a large, clear 10-digit display, easy-to-use plastic keys, and includes essential functions such as square root, percentage, and a change sign (+/-) key. Its slim profile, measuring 12.5 x 7.7 x 1.4 cm, includes a protective cover, making it durable and ideal for schoolbags and classroom use.

This model fits perfectly into the Calculator Cuddy (LER0053)-sold separately-for organised classroom storage. Recommended for students aged 6 years and over, this calculator supports a wide range of curriculum-based activities including basic operations, checking predictions, and verifying manual calculations.:

Calculators are an essential part of the Australian Mathematics Curriculum, helping students to represent and solve problems involving operations, measurement, area, and volume. As students advance, the calculator also supports more complex calculations, promoting accuracy and confidence in numeracy.

Educational Benefits:

• Develops number sense and reinforces manual calculations through verification
• Supports curriculum-based maths from Year 3 upwards
• Builds familiarity with essential calculator functions for daily academic use
• Enhances problem-solving and reasoning in both maths and science tasks

Classroom Ideas:

• Prediction Check Activity: Let students solve manually, then check their answers using the calculator
• Measurement Tasks: Use the calculator to support area, volume, and perimeter calculations
• Number Challenge: Integrate into mental maths exercises with timed operations
• Maths Toolkit Inclusion: Store in individual or group calculator caddies for structured access

Safety & Information:

• Age Recommendation: Suitable for students aged 6 years and over
• Product Dimensions: 12.5 x 7.7 x 1.4 cm
• Power Source: Dual powered - solar and battery
• Includes: Protective cover for added durability
• Fits Calculator Cuddy: LER0053 (sold separately)
• Warning:
  • Contains Button Battery. Keep new and used batteries away from children
  • Dispose of used batteries immediately
  • Button batteries can cause serious injuries if swallowed or inserted into the body
  • If ingestion is suspected, seek immediate medical attention