Mitten Counters for 10 Frame

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These are Mitten Shaped Counters for Common Core Math Used with a 10 Frame by Kindergarten Teachers and Parents. Commonly, a teacher may recommend an innovative item like this to students. A mitten shaped counter is designed as an alternative option for counting math problems in the 10 frame boxes used by many educators. Print Settings: Printer Brand is RepRap, Specifically Printed with a Prusa i3 Printer. Other options such as Rafts or Supports were not needed, and the Resolution was set at .2mm to meet requirements. 20% infill is standard for all prints to provide enough structure without overloading the 3D model. How I Designed These Counters The Mitten Counter design is simple yet functional. The basic shape was modified to accommodate additional depth. Project Title: Using Mitten Counters in a 10 Frame Objectives: Educators need an alternative option to the standard circular counters used for teaching math with the 10 frame boxes. Our primary objective is to meet this requirement, and assist kindergarten teachers who can now provide a more fun way of doing math to students. Target Audience Kindergarten teachers will benefit most from these Mitten Shaped Counters. Materials Required: A standard 10 frame for counting. Procedure Place the counters in each of the frames as if you are using them like regular circular counters. Students will love learning about math while choosing a mitten counter over the traditional ones. Results The use of alternative counters has proven that students can find doing their homework much more fun. It allows parents to take on the same approach and also encourages a broader enthusiasm for basic education in children at an early stage.