Using Rekenrek in Math Education

Christina Tondevold introduces the Rekenrek, a tool for building number sense in children. She outlines five activities to use Rekenrek in classrooms: letting kids play, using number strings, quick images, showing numbers, and modeling story problems. The video also provides information about a Number Sense course and a bonus offer for a free MathRack.

What is the origin of the Rekenrek?

• United States

• Netherlands

• Germany

• Canada

What is the main focus of using Rekenrek in classrooms?

• Building number sense

• Developing artistic abilities

• Improving handwriting

• Enhancing reading skills

What is the first activity suggested for using Rekenrek?

• Modeling story problems

• Letting kids play

• Using quick images

• Showing specific amounts

What is the one rule when letting kids play with the Rekenrek?

• Count out loud

• Put white on right

• Use only red beads

• Push beads to the right

What is the purpose of letting kids play with the Rekenrek?

• To learn colors

• To memorize numbers

• To explore and discover quantities

• To improve speed

What is the second activity involving Rekenrek?

• Quick images

• Number strings or talks

• Modeling story problems

• Letting kids play

What concept is challenging for kids according to the video?

• Addition and subtraction

• One and two more or less

• Shapes and patterns

• Multiplication and division

What is the third activity using Rekenrek?

• Quick images

• Modeling story problems

• Number strings or talks

• Showing specific amounts

What is the goal of using quick images with Rekenrek?

• To improve counting speed

• To develop visualization skills

• To memorize numbers

• To learn colors

What is the fourth activity involving Rekenrek?

• Number strings or talks

• Showing specific amounts

• Quick images

• Letting kids play