Binary Bracelets for the 4th of July

Learning about binary numbers (Base 2) builds an understanding of number sense, exponents, and different base number systems. In making a Binary Bracelet for the 4th of July, students will encode our nation’s birthday into a wearable bracelet.

Grades covered: 4 through 12
Curriculum Topics: Binary Numbers, Place Value, Exponents, Number Bases

Standards

Idea Sheets are cross-referenced to subjects listed in the Common Core, Next Generation Science Standards, and California Content Standards.

Categories include:
  • Grades 3-5
  • Grades 6-8
  • Math
Tags: Expressions & Equations, Number System, Place Value
Subjects covered: ["Math"]