Ep 9. Two Times Shoe Shop
- March 18, 2021
- 5 min
In Numberblocks season 5 episode 9, titled "Two Times Shoe Shop," the Numberblocks venture into a shoe shop where they encounter a multitude of shoe-related problems that require their mathematical skills to solve.
As the episode begins, Two, Three, Four, and Five enter the shoe shop and are greeted by Six, who works there as a shoe fitter. Six is excited to show the Numberblocks around her shop, but she soon discovers that the shoes are not fitting properly on the Numberblocks' unique shapes.
With her knowledge of multiplication, Six is able to create shoes that fit the Numberblocks perfectly. She explains that by multiplying the size of their feet by a certain number, she can custom-make shoes that are the right size and shape.
As they continue exploring the shoe shop, the Numberblocks encounter a variety of shoe-related problems that require their mathematical skills to solve. For example, they help a pair of shoes that have lost their laces by creating a pattern that will allow them to tie themselves. They also use their knowledge of angles to help a pair of boots that are stuck in a tight space.
Throughout the episode, the Numberblocks demonstrate the importance of using math in everyday life. They use their numerical skills to solve problems, create patterns, and understand shapes and sizes.
As the episode concludes, Six teaches the Numberblocks about the associations between multiplication and division. She shows them how each multiplication problem can be rephrased as a division problem, and vice versa. With this new knowledge, the Numberblocks leave the shoe shop feeling confident and empowered.
Overall, Numberblocks season 5 episode 9 is a fun and educational journey into the world of shoes and multiplication. With engaging characters and relatable scenarios, this episode is sure to entertain and inspire young children to explore the world of math.