First Steps in Numbers: Designed to Lead the Pupil to a Thorough, Practical Acquaintance, With the Elementary Operations on Numbers and the Application of the Decimal System (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

D. P. Colburn

9780266281740: First Steps in Numbers: Designed to Lead the Pupil to a Thorough, Practical Acquaintance, With the Elementary Operations on Numbers and the Application of the Decimal System (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0266281745 ISBN 13: 9780266281740

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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Solid, hands-on introduction to number sense and basic arithmetic

This early arithmetic classic is designed to lead learners through practical, clear ideas about numbers and the decimal system.

It emphasizes thinking about what numbers mean, using concrete examples, and building confidence in mental and written calculations. The approach centers on teacher-directed exploration that connects everyday objects to abstract numbers, helping students grasp addition, subtraction, and the value of digits before moving on to more complex work.

Ideal for classrooms and self-guided study, the book combines simple, repeated practice with varied forms of each concept. It uses demonstrations and immediate feedback to keep students engaged and progressing steadily, aiming for both accuracy and speed as skill grows.

Foundations of number meaning, including how to compare and combine quantities.
Step-by-step introduction to common operations, with emphasis on understanding before speed.
Progression from concrete examples to abstract representations, using the decimal system.
A guidance path for teachers with prompts, questions, and visual demonstrations to secure learning.

Ideal for readers seeking a time-tested approach to mastering elementary arithmetic and developing a practical, thorough acquaintance with numbers and their operations.

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