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Prentice, Gerard – Arithmetic Teacher, 1989
Discusses the use of flexible straws for teaching properties of figures and families of shapes. Describes a way to make various two- or three-dimensional geometric shapes. Lists eight advantages of the method. (YP)
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics, Geometric Concepts, Geometric Constructions

Onslow, Barry – Arithmetic Teacher, 1990
Uses pentominoes to examine the concepts of congruence, similarity, transformations, tessellations, networks, perimeter, area, and volume in a problem-solving, cooperative learning environment. Discusses the construction of three-dimensional pentominoes. (YP)
Descriptors: Cooperative Learning, Educational Games, Elementary Education, Elementary School Mathematics