Boost standardized test scores! The new NCTM standards say that students should be able to write about their math thinking. This book helps meet this goal. Students think about and write answers to math-related questions, such as "Would you consider a map a measuring device?" or "How could you estimate how much garbage you throw away every day?" Other fun and quirky writing prompts encourage kids to write in a variety of formats, including letters, journals, stories, and more. Great practice for standardized tests!