Are manipulatives suitable for older students?
Although educators do not typically use manipulatives with students in middle or high school, they are optimal for a few reasons. Manipulatives suit the multiple intelligences most often demonstrated by adolescents: spatial, bodily-kinesthetic, and interpersonal. Active involvement promotes interest and accountability. Finally, the span of abilities gets wider with each passing year. Multilevel sets allow for proper placement, yet they have similar appearances, which takes away much of the stigma that is often attached to remedial materials. Reading Manipulatives offers products that are appropriate for students of all abilities.
