Squares and Square Roots - Intro

In this math unit, students start with foundational skills, developing an understanding of perfect squares by calculating and identifying squares of integers. They begin with simple recognition and computation of perfect squares, progressing to expressing numbers as squares of integers. As the unit advances, students gain proficiency in determining square roots of perfect squares through multiple-choice questions formatted as equations, which enhances their conceptual grasp and computational skills in the context of exonsponents. The unit then moves on to more complex tasks, such as identifying numbers that are not perfect squares and determining whether a given number is a perfect square, fostering critical thinking and deeper analysis of numerical properties. Finally, students practice recognizing and completing sequences of perfect squares, which solidifies their understanding of numerical patterns and relationships between consecutive squares. This gradual and systematic exploration of squares and square roots prepares them for more advanced studies in exponents and algebraic concepts.