How to play Numbered Trail
This interactive online number path is helpful for learning cardinality, one-to-one correspondence, addition, and subtraction.
Similar to a number line, a number path is a good stepping stone between counting real-life objects and the number line. Because it uses boxes or blocks, students can still see that one thing is being counted.
To use the interactive online number path, select a color to fill in a box on the bottom of the screen. Then, fill in a box by clicking on it.
Here are some possible ways to use the online number path:
Fill in each box with a color as you count as a class. After demonstrating this activity, students can do this on their own.
Model addition problems. Fill in the first addend with one color. Fill in the second addend with a second color. Then count out the answer. Invite students to do this on their own.
Model subtraction problems. Fill in the minuend with a color. Remove the subtrahend using the color white. Observe and count the answer. Invite students to do this on their own.
Want tips and strategies? Read the full How to Play Numbered Trail guide.
