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Imaginative, exploratory, creative

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-underpins the development of many other literacies.
-not a single process must be taken

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Concepts of space, tools of representation, processes of reasoning.

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Both physical and mental
Explicit mention of areas where spatial reasoning is crucial
Need to ensure that spatial reasoning is addressed in all classrooms
Ability to investigate and solve non-routine or novel problems

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Spatial reasoning

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-you can have strengths and needs (e.g., poor sense of directionality but strong at moving your body in space).

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Geometry is one of the earliest forms of mathematics, as it is the measure of the earth and was important skills like navigation

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Using tools like an open number line allows students to see the relationship between numbers.

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Predictor of future success in math

Undervalued when teaching geometry, which is closely linked.

Needs to be made more explicit when teaching

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Spatial reasoning provides different entry points into mathematics for all children

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spatial reasoning is a good predictor of success of careers in stem

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Teachers often give geometry the least time of all math strands

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Least amount of time given to geometry inclassroom  instruction

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Cross-curricular

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Geometry is the foundation of mathemaics

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Solves problems by managing and transforming and analyzing data and communicating results.

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Solves problems by managing and transforming and analyzing data and communicating results.

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Visualizing location and movement of objects in space either mentally or through hands-on play

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Though play, you can achieve a greater appreciation and confidence in spatial reasoning.
Need to support teachers to make connections between spatial reasoning and other strands of math, as well as other subjects, real life...