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Summary of Contents for Fundamentals od Learning Math Lab

Page 1: ...A Guide to Using Math La b ...

Page 2: ...they re playing but they re actually learning So their confidence grows their self esteem grows and their appetite for learning grows too As a parent you take the most critical role in establishing an active learning environment We encourage you to participate in the FUNdamentals of Learning FUNdamentals of Learning FUNdamentals of Learning FUNdamentals of Learning FUNdamentals of Learning system ...

Page 3: ...action 4 Subtraction 4 Subtraction 4 Subtraction 4 Subtraction 5 Multiplication 5 Multiplication 5 Multiplication 5 Multiplication 5 Multiplication 6 Missing Sign 6 Missing Sign 6 Missing Sign 6 Missing Sign 6 Missing Sign 7 Target Number 7 Target Number 7 Target Number 7 Target Number 7 Target Number 8 Fractions 8 Fractions 8 Fractions 8 Fractions 8 Fractions 9 Time 9 Time 9 Time 9 Time 9 Time 10...

Page 4: ...er Mode you will hear 4 3 2 1 Ready go There are 3 different grades in the TIMER mode and you will advance to the next grade after you complete a round Each round consists of 10 questions Your time to complete each round will be recorded and displayed If a round is completed faster than the previous one you have made a new record and this time will be displayed You will advance to the next grade o...

Page 5: ...d by Count the dots In this activity all answers need to be inputted from left to right 3 In Level 1 the square animations on the LCD screen will flash and the unit will repeat the number of squares displayed You will hear Input your answer If you answer correctly you will hear You ve got it You will then advance to the next question You have three chances to answer each question but if you answer...

Page 6: ...CTIVITY INSTRUCTIONS 1 Slide the activity selector to Number Patterns You will hear a short tune and a friendly voice will say Pick a level In this activity all answers need to be inputted from left to right 2 You will be shown a set of numbers and you must figure out what the number pattern is between the three numbers 3 You will need to input the missing number from the pattern Your answer will ...

Page 7: ...ector to Addition You will hear a short tune and a friendly voice will say Pick a level In this activity all answers need to be inputted from right to left 2 In Level 1 the LCD screen will display square animations to represent an equation 3 Next a numeric equation that represents the squares previously shown will be displayed The unit will say Input your answer 4 If you answer correctly you will ...

Page 8: ... voice will say Pick a level In this activity all answers need to be inputted from right to left 2 In Level 1 the LCD screen will display square animations to represent a numeric equation The squares that are not completely filled in are what are being taken away The solid squares are what you have remaining 3 Next a numeric equation that represents the squares previously shown will be displayed T...

Page 9: ...display square animations to represent an equation 3 Next a numeric equation that represents the squares previously shown will be displayed The unit will say Input your answer 4 If you answer correctly you will hear You ve got it You will then advance to the next question If you answer incorrectly you will hear Oops try again and you will be able to enter your answer again If you answer incorrectl...

Page 10: ... 1 Slide the activity selector to Missing Sign You will hear a short tune and a friendly voice will say Pick a level In this activity all answers must be entered through the mathematical input devices 2 In all three levels you will see a numeric equation displayed on the LCD screen You will hear What s the missing You will need to determine what operation sign makes the equation correct and enter ...

Page 11: ... ENTER button once your number is highlighted All operation signs must be selected by using the mathematical input devices 2 You will hear a target number first and three numbers will be shown on the LCD screen You may only use each number once to reach your target number Any combination of these numbers and operation signs can be selected but you must use all three numbers For example you will he...

Page 12: ...n that is divided equally into sections You will hear Find the fraction and you must press the pie fraction button that matches the section of the object that is flashing 3 In Level 2 you will see a pie on the LCD screen and the target fraction will be repeated You will hear Add fractions to match the pie and you will need to select two or above fraction buttons that add to the pie section or targ...

Page 13: ...ons of time This allows him or her to apply these practical applications in his or her daily life ACTIVITY INSTRUCTIONS 1 Slide the activity selector to Time You will hear a short tune and a friendly voice will say Pick a level 2 In Level 1 you will see a clock with a specific time displayed on the LCD screen You will hear What time is it and you will then see 3 different options displayed Once th...

Page 14: ...E This activity strengthens sequencing skills Your child will have an opportunity to test his or her memory as he or she is asked to determine what operation sign to use Learning Benefits for Your Child Learning Benefits for Your Child Learning Benefits for Your Child Learning Benefits for Your Child Learning Benefits for Your Child Memory Challenge allows your child to sharpen his or her listenin...

Page 15: ...el 2 You will use a variety of buttons to answer the random commands You will be asked to use operation signs numbers and fractions in this level Level 3 Level 3 Level 3 Level 3 Level 3 You will use a variety of buttons to answer the random commands Each command will call for an operation sign and either a number or fraction 3 If you answer correctly you will hear You ve got it and advance to the ...

Page 16: ...CHARGEABLE BATTERIES WE DO NOT RECOMMEND THE USE OF RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES WE DO NOT RECOMMEND THE USE OF RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES WE DO NOT RECOMMEND THE USE OF RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES AUTOMATIC SHUT OFF To preserve battery life the Math Lab Math Lab Math Lab Math Lab Math Lab learning toy will turn off automatically after 4 minutes Turn the unit on again by pressing the ON button Note If for some r...

Page 17: ...lems and or suggestions that you might have A service representative will be happy to help you NOTE NOTE NOTE NOTE NOTE This equipment generates and uses radio frequency energy and if not installed and used properly that is in strict accordance with the manufacturer s instructions it may cause interference to radio and television reception It has been type tested and found to comply within the lim...

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