Baseline Learning

Each square is 1 centimetre just like the purchased plastic Base Ten Block Sets. The Magentic Base Ten blocks are made out of laminated printed labels stuck to magnet. This is purchased by the foot from a sign shop or in packages from Avery. Instructions included. Colour can be easily changed using Word options.

Students require a basic understanding of 'doubles ( 4+4, 9+9 ...) and squares (4x4, 9x9 ...) of numbers' when learning their multiplication tables. When they can identify a 'close fact' then they can use the fact they know to figure out a fact they can't remember! Directions: Print out the .pdf on cardstock, on both sides of page. Laminate, then cut on lines. Each page will make 4 bookmarks/ practice strips. Ensure top and bottom horizontal strips are cut and removed prior to cutting the indi