Mastering Mathematics

Mastering Mathematics

Providing solid tips for every stage of study, Mastering Mathematics stresses the importance of a positive attitude and gives you the tools to succeed in your math course. This practical guide will help you: avoid mental blocks during math exams, identify and improve your areas of weakness, get the most out of class time, study more effectively, overcome a perceived "low math ability", be successful on math tests, get back on track when you are feeling "lost", ... and much more.

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Mastering Math Manipulatives, Grades 4-8

Put math manipulatives to work in your classroom and make teaching and learning math both meaningful and productive. Mastering Math Manipulatives includes everything you need to integrate math manipulatives--both concrete and virtual--into math learning. Each chapter of this richly illustrated, easy-to-use guide focuses on a different powerful tool, such as base ten blocks, fraction manipulatives, unit squares and cubes, Cuisenaire Rods, Algebra tiles and two-color counters, geometric strips and solids, geoboards, and others, and includes a set of activities that demonstrate the many ways teachers can leverage manipulatives to model and reinforce math concepts for all learners. It features: · Classroom strategies for introducing math manipulatives, including commercial, virtual, and hand-made manipulatives, into formal math instruction. · Step-by-step instructions for over 70 activities that work with any curriculum, including four-color photos, printable work mats, and demonstration videos. · Handy charts that sort activities by manipulative type, math topic, domains aligned with standards, and grade-level appropriateness.