Ten+Frames

Five frames and ten frames are one of the most important models to help students anchor to 5 and 10. Five frames are a 1x5 array and ten frames are a 2x5 array in which counters or dots can be placed to illustrate numbers.

The five frame helps children learn the combinations that make 5. The ten-frame helps children learn the combinations that make 10. Ten-frames immediately model all of the facts from 5+1 to 5+5 and the respective turnarounds. Even 5+6, 5+7 and 5+8 are quickly seen as two fives and some more when depicted with these powerful models.


 * Ideas for Using Ten Frames in the Classroom**