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Languages : en
Pages : 55
Book Description
Fractals, Googols, and Other Mathematical Tales
Author: Theoni PappasPublisher: Wide World Publishing
ISBN:
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 66
Book Description
A new treasure trove of stories that make mathematical ideas come to life with an unusual cast of characters. This book explores mathematical concepts and topics such as real numbers, exponents, dimensions, and geometry in both serious and humorous ways. 50 line drawings.
Teaching Numeracy
Author: Margie PearsePublisher: Corwin Press
ISBN: 1412992230
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 241
Book Description
Do some of your students arrive at wildly wrong answers to mathematical problems, but have no idea why? If so, they are not alone. Many students lack basic numeracy?the ability to think through the math logically, solve problems, and apply it outside of the classroom. This book outlines nine critical thinking habits that foster numerate learning and details practical ways to incorporate those habits into instruction. Referencing the new common core standards, NCTM standards, and established literacy practices, the authors include "How Can I Use This in My Math Class...Tomorrow" applications throughout the book, which shows you how to: " Monitor and repair students' understanding " Guide students to recognize patterns " Represent mathematics non-linguistically " Encourage questioning for understanding " Develop students' mathematics vocabulary " Create a collaborative environment Latter chapters show how to develop numeracy-rich lesson plans, and provide several ready-to-use models with clear directions and student handouts. The book's practices, activities, and problems will help you move your students from simply "doing the math" to a deeper understanding of how to think through the math.
Getting to the Core of Literacy for History/Social Studies, Science, and Technical Subjects, Grades 612
Author: Vicky GiouroukakisPublisher: Corwin Press
ISBN: 145225544X
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 265
Book Description
Literacy-it's not just for English teachers anymore. The new Common Core English Language Arts Standards aren't just for English teachers. Fluent reading and writing are critically important to the study of history/social studies, science, and technical subjects, too. What's more, the progress your students make is directly tied to their ability to process information they read and to express their ideas in writing. So how do you make literacy a focus of your teaching . . . without taking time away from essential content? This practical resource-packed with teacher-tested, CCSS-based sample lessons-shows you how, using the Backward Design approach to set and meet your goals. Each lesson template includes The teaching strategies you'll utilize Ways to incorporate technology and media Variations for differentiation and interdisciplinary connections Links to the work of major educational theorists Following these models, you'll set the CCSS in your sights and develop lessons that both meet standards and fit your classroom. Before you know it, you'll be infusing reading and writing across your curriculum in purposeful and meaningful ways.
Author: Rebecca RuppBest STEM Resources for NextGen Scientists
Author: Jennifer L. HopwoodPublisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
ISBN: 1610697227
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 291
Book Description
Intended to support the national initiative to strengthen learning in areas of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, this book helps librarians who work with youth in school and public libraries to build better collections and more effectively use these collections through readers' advisory and programming. A versatile and multi-faceted guide, Best STEM Resources for NextGen Scientists: The Essential Selection and User's Guide serves as a readers' advisory and collection development resource for youth services and school librarians seeking to bring STEM-related titles into their collections and introduce teachers and young readers to them. This book not only guides readers to hundreds of the best STEM-related titles—fiction and non-fiction printed materials as well as apps, DVDs, websites, and games—it also includes related activities or programming ideas to help promote the use of the collection to patrons or students in storytime, afterschool programs, or passive library programs. After a detailed discussion of the importance of STEM and the opportunities librarians have for involvement, the book lists and describes best STEM resources for young learners. Resources are organized according to the reading audiences for which they are intended, from toddlers through teens, and the book includes annotated lists of both fiction and nonfiction STEM titles as well as graphic novels, digital products, and online resources. In addition, the author offers a selection of professional readings for librarians and media specialists who wish to further expand their knowledge.
The Power of Poems
Author: Margriet RuursPublisher: Maupin House Publishing, Inc.
ISBN: 1934338893
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 176
Book Description
With dozens of engaging and practical writing activities for students in grades 3-8, The Power of Poems makes it easy and fun to integrate poetry into your curriculum-and teach to the standards, too. Margriet Ruurs guides you and your students through the writing process, from cultivating an inspiring learning environment and generating poem ideas to publishing poetry on paper and digitally. Hundreds of age appropriate poem recommendations, student examples, and writing tips make this a resource you'll return to again and again. Jump-start your students' passion for reading and writing poetry and realize the power of poetry in your classroom today!
Home Learning Year by Year
Author: Rebecca RuppPublisher: Crown
ISBN: 0609805851
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 434
Book Description
This exceptional guide for the one million-plus homeschoolers who make up America's most rapidly growing educational movement tells what children must learn, and when. Includes subject-by-subject guidelines.
The Puzzle Instinct
Author: Marcel DanesiPublisher: Indiana University Press
ISBN: 9780253217080
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 288
Book Description
"Humans are the only animals who create and solve puzzles--for the sheer pleasure of it--and there is no obvious genetic reason why we would do this. Marcel Danesi explores the psychology of puzzles and puzzling, with scores of classic examples. His pioneering book is both entertaining and enlightening." --Will Shortz, Crossword Editor, The New York Times "... Puzzle fanatics will enjoy the many riddles, illusions, cryptograms and other mind-benders offered for analysis." --Psychology Today "... a bristlingly clear... always intriguing survey of the history and rationale of puzzles.... A] splendid study...." --Knight Ridder Newspapers
PC Mag
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Languages : en
Pages : 294
Book Description
PCMag.com is a leading authority on technology, delivering Labs-based, independent reviews of the latest products and services. Our expert industry analysis and practical solutions help you make better buying decisions and get more from technology.
