Building Thinking Classrooms with Manipulatives

This chapter explores strategies for effectively incorporating manipulatives in the classroom using the Building Thinking Classrooms (BTC) model, focusing on early education. It highlights the importance of starting with basic tools, fostering collaboration among educators, and creating an engaging environment that nurtures students' mathematical skills and love for learning. The speakers emphasize the need for community support among teachers to continually refine their teaching practices while promoting teamwork and independence in students.