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Ant, Aardvark, and Fudge Brownies.

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Green, Dianne M. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1979

An activity unit is described that helps children recognize the inside and outside of closed curves. (MP)

Descriptors: Activity Units, Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics, Geometry

Developing Spatial Thinking in the Middle Grades: Designing a Space Station.

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Moses, Barbara – Arithmetic Teacher, 1990

Describes a unit in which students design a space station. Provided are a timetable for the unit, requirements for space-station manufacturing, and an outline of the unit. Lists nine references. (YP)

Descriptors: Activity Units, Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics, Geometric Constructions

Frame Geometry: An Example in Posing and Solving Problems.

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Walter, Marion – Arithmetic Teacher, 1980

A brief outline of instruction for one unit of informal geometry is covered. The problem solving unit described involves work with picture frames and includes many mathematical concepts. (MP)

Descriptors: Activity Units, Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics, Geometric Concepts