Lari Contrary

This Square Roots of Perfect Squares number line was designed to assist with my students' visual understanding of concepts related to square roots and perfect squares. This aid has proved to be beneficial to students over the years, so I have decided to share! I have used it across grades to drive the message home! I point out to students that all numbers that fit between the perfect squares are in fact not ‘perfect.’ Students appreciate this tool! NOTE: This number line is fully editable. I

For some students, inequality signs can be difficult to remember and understand. Using an analogy: I use the idea of "donuts" from a well-known donut brand chain in my area, versus the donut chain’s "donut bits." Through this simple method students build an understanding of working with inequality signage by making connections to “real world.” To build an analogy that works best for you and your students: Simply substitute any donut brand chain to describe the donuts and donut bits. I’ve us