B1. demonstrate an understanding of numbers and make connections to the way numbers are used
B2. use knowledge of numbers and operations to solve mathematical problems encountered in everyday life
building student understanding of number involves being able to relate the value of a number to other numbers; it is essential that students develop relationships between numbers in order for them to mathematize with flexibility and efficiency
the base 10 system has a multiplicative relationship that needs to be highlighted for students
Base 10 blocks
Number lines
concept circles