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In this introduction to algebraic concepts, students aged 10-13 years explore the idea of algebra as a ‘balancing act’ using dice and coloured tiles. When given the opportunity to ‘play’ with big mathematical ideas, students naturally acquire the algebra basics: using symbols to denote mathematical functions, using a variable (n) to represent an unknown, and writing and solving simultaneous equations. Dice activities for algebra is intended to: construct a bridge for students to transition from thinking arithmetically to thinking algebraically assist students in the use of letters to represent unknowns and variables apply deductive and inductive reasoning in solving for n generate rules to describe number patterns increase and deepen an understanding of equivalency Show more