Cuisenaire Strips Model

Cuisenaire Strips Model – Mathematical Learning Activity Kit | Manufactured by Samtech Instruments

The Cuisenaire Strips Model by Samtech Instruments is a colourful wooden teaching‑learning material (TLM) designed to help students easily understand numbers, values, and basic arithmetic operations through visual and hands‑on learning. It strengthens number sense and makes mathematics engaging for early learners.

Description
This wooden kit includes a numbered base board marked from 1 to 20 with three grooves containing coloured strips of equal width and varying lengths from 1 to 10 units. Students can arrange and compare strips to understand number relationships and arithmetic concepts.

Working Principle
Each strip represents a numerical value based on its length. By placing strips together, students can visually perform addition, subtraction, and number comparison. Matching strip lengths helps identify number pairs and understand value equivalence.

Educational Concept
Explains number recognition, place value, addition, subtraction, comparison, and number pairing through activity‑based learning.

Educational Applications
Ideal for primary classrooms, math labs, activity corners, and early learning programs. Helps teachers demonstrate concepts clearly and improves student participation.

Key Features
📏 Number base marked from 1–20
🌈 Coloured strips of 1–10 unit lengths
🧠 Builds strong number sense and comparison skills
🏫 Perfect for classroom and activity learning
🪵 Durable wooden construction

FAQ

Q1: What does the Cuisenaire Strips Model teach?
A: It teaches number values, addition, subtraction, and comparison.

Q2: How many strips are included?
A: 11 coloured strips representing values from 1 to 10 units.

Q3: Who can use this kit?
A: Primary students, teachers, and early learners.

Q4: What skills does it develop?
A: Logical thinking, arithmetic skills, and number understanding.

Q5: Who manufactures the Cuisenaire Strips Model in India?
A: Manufactured by Samtech Instruments, Ambala Cantt, India.