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Re: Why skip Level A? [Level A or B for a 7yo?]

Hi, Catherine!

I do recommend that you start at the beginning of Level B. It will help both of you get used to using the manipulatives and various strategies that RightStart Math uses. It is also a way for you to determine if there are any 'holes' in your son's math learning.

Feel free to add in other activities from Level A! That is a fabulous idea! It shouldn't create confusion. However, if you find that it does, you may want to use the activities in Level A that correspond with the lessons in Level B.

Finally, the book, 'Activities For The AL Abacus' is not necessary because you are using the curriculum. 'Activities For The AL Abacus' is designed to be used as supplemental activities for those students who use another curriculum, but want to get a different 'view' (using the AL Abacus) to math concepts. Because you are using the curriculum, those concepts will be taught within the curriculum itself...so you do not need the book.

The Math Balance should have come with instructions. However, instructions on how to use the math balance will also be included in the curriculum. You may want to look at Lesson 48 to give you a 'start' on how to use the balance.

Let me know if you have any further questions!
Have a fabulous week!
Rachel