Build a Base Ten Math Game with Pool Noodles

Build a Base Ten Math Game with Pool Noodles

• 5 pool noodles of one color. We used orange.
• 1 pool noodle of another color. We used blue.
• Tape Measure
• 1 Large basket big enough to hold all the noodles.

When we make math manipulatives, we always try to have a plan for storage. My kids played this game for 30 minutes and then went on to use the base 10 blocks in other ways (more to come on those activities later)  We return to this game every day for about 1 week and then put them away.  I will bring the basket out after a week break. So far, this basket has been well worth the money and time spent making it. My kids have really grown in just a few days in their understanding of larger numbers.

How to make the base ten box basket.

Watch the video of how to cut pool noodles 

How to play the base ten math game:

Game Options

• Let the kids take turns calling out the numbers
• Write the numbers down and have then represent the value using the pool noodle base ten manipulatives.
• After the children build the number, have them write it down on a piece of paper. Discuss the placement of the numbers and what the tens and ones place value represents.

Pool Noodle Learning Activities for Kids

We have several Pool Noodle Learning Activities that you might also enjoy.

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• 15 Pool Noodle Activities for Kids 
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• Pool Noodle Boat Matching Game 
• Pool Noodle ABC Basket 
• Base Ten Basket with Pool Noodles  {You’re Here}
• Pool Noodle Alphabet Order Obstacle Course 

Click on the images below to see how to make and play these pool noodle learning activities! 

Which Pool Noodle Ideas will you try first?