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Peer reviewedZalewski, Donald L. – Arithmetic Teacher, 1974
Descriptors: Addition, Cognitive Processes, Critical Thinking, Elementary School Mathematics
Peer reviewedRaphel, Annette – Arithmetic Teacher, 1993
Presents two seasonally related investigations involving arithmetic series to develop critical thinking: (1) the number of candles needed for the eight nights of Hanukkah, and (2) the number of presents given during "The Twelve Days of Christmas." Students also calculated the amount of money needed to buy all the presents. (MDH)
Descriptors: Addition, Cognitive Processes, Critical Thinking, Elementary Education
