El Development of logical thinking in the area of mathematics and its relationship with the application of concrete material Logical thinking in the area of mathematics

Abstract

This research addresses the development of logical thinking in mathematics and its relationship with the use of concrete materials in elementary school students. It aims to analyze how the use of manipulative resources influences the strengthening of logical thinking and the understanding of mathematical concepts. A documentary bibliographic review methodology was used, analyzing studies published between 2020 and 2024, selected based on inclusion criteria such as relevance, topical relevance, and methodological approach. National and international research was reviewed that provides empirical and theoretical evidence on the impact of concrete materials on the teaching-learning process of mathematics. Among the results, it is highlighted that the use of materials such as logic blocks, rods, abacuses, and other manipulative resources favors the development of skills such as classification, seriation, correspondence, and logical reasoning, significantly improving the understanding of abstract concepts. It was also evident that students show greater interest, participation, and autonomy when working with these resources. The findings indicate a positive and direct relationship between the use of concrete materials and the development of logical thinking in the mathematics classroom. However, limitations were identified, such as a lack of teacher training, a shortage of materials, and the predominance of traditional methodologies. It is recommended to promote active teaching strategies, ongoing teacher training, and applied research that evaluates the real impact of these resources in diverse educational contexts.