Understanding Integers and Their Models

What time is it where you are now?

You want to call a friend in Newfoundland. What time is it there?

In the province or territory farthest from you, what might students be doing now?

What other questions can you ask about this map?

How many different integers can you model with 9 tiles?

How many different integers can your partner model with 10 tiles?

How is it possible to use coloured tiles to model any integer in many different ways?

Choose an integer between 9 and -6. Use coloured tiles to model the integer.

How many more ways can you find to model the integer with tiles? Create a table to order your work.

What patterns can you find in your table?