VOCABULARY – ALGEBRA BEFORE ARITHMETIC
The program introduces children to algebra before arithmetic.
This is because number is an abstract concept and difficult for young children to grasp.
It is easier for children to learn basic math concepts via algebra before being Introduced to number.
When number is eventually introduced for addition, subtraction, multiplication and division, children have no problem because the concepts are already familiar to them.
Young children can be introduced to the vocabulary over a period of time.
Older children will grasp it very quickly.
Young children are quick to understand that :
o represents orange.
They will eventually write ‘sentences’ or equations they have made and can visualize in their head.
e g t + r = o
Later they will have no problem exchanging ‘number names’ for ‘letter names’.
e g 8 + 2 – 10
Visualizing or mental imaging is just one of the abilities the brain possesses and needs to be encouraged and developed.
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