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Upper graders study how to extend a vertical number line to include negative numbers; order numbers on the number line; and find the distance between numbers on a number line. They will begin with a game using dice to explore numberlines. Additionally, they will access a Cyberchase video. Links are provided.

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negative integers, number lines, numbers

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negative numbers, number lines, math
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Grade
3rd - 5th
Subjects
Math
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For Teacher Use
Duration
1 hr
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Skills Practice
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