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Here is an interesting "trick" your young mathematicians can perform. They are taught how to find any number's "digital root," by following a set of detailed instructions. The process works for any number, and is the type of math puzzle many middle schoolers enjoy.

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numbers

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numeracy, roots of numbers, digital root, math
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Grade
6th - 8th
Subjects
Math
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
Audience
For Teacher Use
Duration
30 mins
Instructional Strategy
Modeling

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