Episode Details

Pam went most of her life not knowing about this really cool thing! Listen in as Kim relates a great math experience she had with her son, Luke, while they were messing around with addition. Pam and Kim discuss the importance and kinds of place value experiences we provide for students as we mentor them as mathematicians.
Talking Points:

• Introducing the Swapping strategy
• What problems fit nicely with the Swapping strategy?
• Place labeling vs. Place value
• Necessary but not sufficient
• Tweet us (@pwharris, @kimmontague) your slick swapping strategy solutions to gnarly looking problems!