a window to the world of abacus

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"Meet Your First Math Super Tool!" Welcome to the first level of our exciting journey into the world of soroban, the Japanese abacus! This level is a beginner-friendly guide designed to introduce young learners to the fascinating art of abacus arithmetic. Through engaging activities and colorful illustrations, children will explore the fundamental components of the soroban, such as the frame, rods, and beads. They'll learn the correct way to hold and manipulate the abacus, developing finger motions that are specifically tailored for young, Western learners. With each page, your child will gain confidence in understanding bead states—whether they are active or inactive—and how these states represent numbers. By the end of this level, they'll be able to read and set numbers up to 999,999 with ease, laying a strong foundation for mental arithmetic skills. This book teaches: ✔ Parts of the soroban (frame, rods, beads) and how to hold it ✔ Finger motions optimized for Western kids’ hand coordination ✔ Bead states (active/inactive) and number representation ✔ Reading & setting numbers up to 999999 with confidence ✔ Interactive exercises to build muscle memory The book is filled with interactive exercises that build essential muscle memory, making learning both fun and effective. Whether your child is right or left-handed, our adaptations ensure an inclusive learning experience for everyone. Join us on this captivating journey and watch your child transform into a confident math explorer! Your child’s journey begins here! Perfect for ages 5+ – No prior math skills needed! Includes left-handed adaptations.