Unitize


 * Unitize **

A student should be able to unitize, or recognize that 10 units may be joined to create one group of ten. This skill is necessary for developing a true sense of place value. It is also a necessary component of being able to add and subtract multi-digit numbers. Unitizing may be taught using base 10 materials.


 * Example **

A student will be able to show the number 13 with base 10 materials by using the following representations: 13 unit pieces, and 1 rod and 3 unit pieces. Click here  to return to the Top Ten Early Numeracy Skills. References