The goal of this book is to help educators implement mathematics instruction that develops students who feel mathematically secure, use numbers confidently to come to decisions, understand mathematical principles, and can apply their understanding to problem solving situations. Algebra puzzles and problems. This series for grades 4 to 7 aims to make connections between arithmetic and algebra by developing concepts that include representation, proportional and inductive reasoning, and variable, function, and equality. Algebra puzzles and problems. This series for grades 4 to 7 aims to make connections between arithmetic and algebra by developing concepts that include representation, proportional and inductive reasoning, and variable, function, and equality.
Activities involve experimenting, discovering, mathematical reasoning, and problem solving.
Many activities develop understanding with hands-on materials. Topics include arithmetic, geometry, probability, statistics, measurement, logic, estimation, calculators, computers, careers, and recognition of patterns and relationships. The book contains ideas for creating an environment that makes mathematics seem attractive and interesting for children and includes ideas for parents to consider as they do mathematics at home. Algebraic reasoning and number sense. This resource book, written for parents of students in grades 5 to 8 and useful for their teachers, is filled with fun, instructive, and nonthreatening math activities for families or small class groups to enjoy together.