Added by: Anonymous | Karma: | Only for teachers, Maths | 17 December 2012
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Science does not exist in a vacuum and, therefore, shouldn't be taught that way. In that spirit, Activities Linking Science with Mathematics, K-4 is a hands-on guide for preservice and inservice elementary school teachers who want to connect science instruction with other areas of study including visual arts, social sciences, language arts, and especially math. The 20 discovery-based and academically rigorous activities provided in this volume enrich students awareness of the world around them, encourage their natural curiosity, and promote the development of their problem-solving skills.
Understanding Children's Mathematical Graphics: Beginnings in Play
Added by: wepr | Karma: 22386.36 | Only for teachers, Maths | 16 December 2012
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Understanding Children's Mathematical Graphics: Beginnings in Play
Published: 2011
Pages: 234
Key features include:
- Numerous new examples and case studies of children from birth to 6 years,highlighting the complexity and richness of children's thinking
- Explanation of pedagogical issues - showing how they can support rich play and mathematics
- Draws on the authors' latest research
This book is valuable reading for students, teachers, primary mathematics coordinators' and all early years' professionals working in the Early Years Foundation Stage and Key Stage One.
Elementary and Middle School Mathematics: Teaching Developmentally, 7th Edition
“It is fun to figure out the puzzle of how children go about making sense of mathematics and then how to help teachers help kids.” John A. Van de Walle, Late of Virginia Commonwealth University
Introductory Algebra prepares students for Intermediate Algebra by covering fundamental algebra concepts and key concepts needed for further study. Students of all backgrounds will be delighted to find a refreshing book that appeals to every learning style and reaches out to diverse demographics. Through down-to-earth explanations, patient skill-building, and exceptionally interesting and realistic applications, this worktext will empower students to learn and master algebra in the real world.