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This is the second edition of the bestselling resource for mathematics teachers. This time-saving reference provides over 300 useful lists for developing instructional materials and planning lessons for middle school and secondary students. Some of the lists supply teacher background; others are to copy for student use, and many offer new twists to traditional classroom topics. For quick access and easy use, the lists are numbered consecutively, organized into sections focusing on the different areas of math, and printed in a large 8-1/2" x 11" lay-flat format for easy photocopying. Here's an overview of the ready-to-use lists you'll find in each section:

• I. NUMBERS: THEORY AND OPERATIONS presents 40 lists including classification of real numbers, types of fractions, types of decimals, rules for various operations, big numbers, and mathematical signs and symbols.
• II. MEASUREMENT contains over 30 lists including, things that measure, measurement abbreviations, the English and Metric Systems, and U.S. money¾coins and bills.
• III. GEOMETRY offers more than 50 lists covering topics such as lines and planes, types of polygons, types of quadrilaterals, circles, Pythagorean triples, and formulas for finding area and volume.
• IV. ALGEBRA gives you over 40 lists including how to express operations algebraically, powers and roots, common factoring formulas, quadratic functions, and types of matrices.
• V. TRIGONOMETRY AND CALCULUS provides more than 30 lists including the quadrant signs of the functions, reduction formulas, integration rules, and natural logarithmic functions.
• VI. MATH IN OTHER AREAS offers more than 30 lists that tie math to other content areas, such as descriptive statistics, probability and odds, numbers in popular sports, and some mathematical facts about space.
• VII. POTPOURRI features 16 lists that explore the various aspects of math including, famous mathematicians through history, world firsts, math and superstition, and the Greek alphabet.
• VIII. SPECIAL REFERENCE LISTS FOR STUDENTS provides 10 lists of interest to students such as overcoming math anxiety, steps for solving word problems, and math web sites for students.
• IX. LISTS FOR TEACHERS’ REFERENCE contains 25 lists such as how to manage a cooperative math class, sources of problems-of-the-day, how to have a parents’ math night, and math web sites for teachers.
• X. REPRODUCIBLE TECHING AIDS contains an assortment of helpful reproducibles including number lines, fraction strips, algebra tiles, and various nets for making 3-D geometric shapes.

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Great way to review and summarize material.
I'm a first-year math teacher in high school and I use this book very often.It's a great way to summarize the material for a review in general and before a test.It's an essential tool for a quick reference because it puts all the rules on a subject together on one page.For example, a page "Common Forms of Linear Equations" lists 6 equations: Standard form, Slope-Intercept form, Point-Slope form along with equations for Vertical Line, Horizontal Line and Slope-Intercept form passing through origin.When we did the unit on linear functions, this was a great way to put all that we have learned together and have a flash card for easy reference.

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Packed with ready-to-use examples and teaching ideas, this innovative resource is ideal for grades 4-12 lesson plans and instructional materials. Organized into eight sections: Numbers, Measurement, Geometry, Algebra, Trigonometry and Calculus, Math in Everyday Life, Potpourri, and Teacher Reference Lists. ... Read more

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A fantastic info. source for math teachers in any grade.
This book contains mathematical information on a huge variety of subjects as well as steps to solving almost any type of problem you can think of.Topics covered include number theory and operations, measurement,geometry,algebra, trigonometry, calculus,and two sections titled "Math in OtherAreas" and "Potpourri".The last two sections containinformation invaluable in planning and implementing integrated mathematicslessons.This book is an excellent source for the neat facts that makemath exciting and interesting for students and teachers. ... Read more

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Not worth it. Useless
Useless book for a grade 2 kid. it is a book for parents not for the child. One has to read and give instructions to the kid to make mathematical observations during our daily lifes. what a piece of S**T. Not even worth a $1.00 i paid plus $3.99 shipping. Don.t buy this book.

As an editor
I came across this book almost a year ago now.I didn't think much of it at the time, but as worked progressed (I am a grade school math books editor myself) I found that the UCSMP Everyday Mathematics Student Reference Book was superior to the text that I was currently working on.Its now disappointing to see my publsiher work they way they do, but reassuring to know that some people still care enough to put out a quality product. ... Read more

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This unique, time-saving resource for teachers offers lists of concepts, topics, algorithms, activities, and methods of instruction for every aspect of K-6 mathematics. ... Read more

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Conquering Math Anxiety
I found this to be an exceptional book.It provides excellent practical strategies to be successful in math.It covers everything from psychological/personal blocks that may hinder students from learning math to practical success strategies that students can apply immediately.I especially enjoyed the discussion on learning styles and the accomodations that can be used for better understanding of coursework.I found the chapters on positive self-talk, conquering test anxiety and study skills very helpful as well.Every math teacher should have this book on their shelf! ... Read more

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Mathematics For Elementary Teachers taps the richness and excitement of mathematics to present a stimulating, rewarding, enlightening, and fun experience for anyone involved in teaching math to children. Throughout, the focus is on problem-solving, deductive reasoning, and, above all, solid mathematics. ... Read more

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Mathematics for Elementary Teachers
It's great.Would definately order more books by Gary L. Musser

Great Book!
Since I was unable to buy this manual at my college bookstore, it was great to be able to order it....and the manual was in perfect condition!

Great book!
I was able to use this book for two semesters!It contains double the info and you don't have to buy a book the next semester.

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New and improved ways to problem solve in mathematics
I used the Mathematics for elementary teachers for a college level course.The text is interesting and provides the reader/learner with a solid foundation of Problem solving skills in learning and teaching mathematics.It has several useful examples of the strategies as well as challengingproblems that can be solved on ones own. The problem solving strategies arenew in the respect that "it's not your mama's math." There areseveral types of problem solving skills that I was not aware of and willcome in handy for teaching and learning because not everybody solvesproblems the same. The text works at applying concepts to "realclassroom" setting.Many of the strategies presented are in line withthe National Council Of Teachers of Mathematics Curriculum and EvaluationStandards (NCTM)- the leading authority in the U.S. focusing on keepingstandards in math curriculums across the country, to ensure that studentsare well prepared for future more complex mathematics.The chapters arefollowed by numerous challenging math problems to solve. And some of theanswers are even in the back of the book so you can check yourself.Asolid foundation of basic math operations and Algebra I is a must to keepup with the text.The only downside is that I wish there was a workbook tocompliment the text.I found myself re doing the same problems in order toget the concepts down.It would have been better if there were moreproblems similar to the chapters. Another problem was that some of theanswers in the back of the book were wrong. ... Read more

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Great Resource
This book has been invaluable to me in helping my child with her math. I recommend it wholeheartedly! ... Read more

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"The book is very easy to follow, with practical, research-based strategies for the teacher to use. It also provides insight to better remediate students who are struggling."
-Allen Stevens, Math/Science Teacher Mooresville Middle School, NC

"The 'Precautions and Pitfalls section is such a welcome feature! This is a powerful book for beginning teachers or seasoned teachers who want to improve their practice to ensure student learning."
-Rhonda Naylor, Math Teacher/Coordinator Campus Middle School, Englewood, CO

"The research and vignettes that follow each strategy clearly support why the strategy is important and how it can be effective."
-Trish Guinee, Mathematics Coordinator Peoria Public Schools, IL

Facilitate learning in PreK-5 mathematics and maximize student achievement with research-based teaching strategies!

This easy-to-navigate guide offers research-based teaching strategies for introducing prekindergarten and elementary school students to the content and skills recommended by the NCTM principles and standards for mathematics. Using the popular format of the What Successful Teachers Do books, the authors present 47 dynamic learning activities, each including:

• A concise statement of the teaching strategy
• Research-based validations for the strategy
• How the strategy aligns with NCTM standards
• Grade-specific classroom applications and vignettes
• Precautions and possible pitfalls
• Primary sources for further reading

This insightful resource allows teachers to increase students confidence in math-and their enthusiasm-with practical and engaging activities, while responding effectively to NCTM standards.

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Takehome Teacher, written by veteran middle-school math teacher Brian Kahover, puts everything you need to know about middle-school math in one convenient, easy-to-use, handbook.Takhome Teacher was written to help parents and students work their way through the entire spectrum of middle-school/junior high math - from decimals, number theory, and statistics to geometry, equations, and polynomials.Takehome Teacher gives clear, concise explanations of practically every concept covered in grades six through eight. It is laid out with a logical progression of skills and has a handy index for finding information on any concept or vocabulary term presented in the text.The main purpose of Takehome Teacher is to help students complete their homework and to make parents feel comfortable helping them along the way. (Parents may also learn a few things they may not remember or never really understood!)Completed homework leads to greater understanding, which leads to increased confidence and self-esteem. And, a solid grasp of math fundamentals will not only benefit students in high school but throughout their lives.With high-stakes testing such an important part of today's public school education, Takehome Teacher is an important tool for helping students raise grades and improve test scores. It should take its place on the shelf next to the family dctionary and encyclopedias. ... Read more

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Middle School Math
My Granddaughter started middle school this year.This book not only helps her with 7th grade math, it helps her Mother and me by refreshing our knowledge of math. ... Read more

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Differentiated Instruction for the Middle School Math Teacher is a practical and easy-to-use resource for teaching a standards-based math curriculum to all learners. It gives you effective ways to present math concepts, shows how to provide opportunities for guided practice, and offers ideas for modifying the material to provide access to the same content standard for all students in the inclusive classroom. This book also contains key strategies for collaborating with other professionals, suggestions for involving the students' families by tying math concepts to students' everyday lives, and valuable assessment strategies.

The lessons in the book cover middle school math topics correlated to the standards of the National Council of Teachers of Math, ranging from numbers and operations to problem solving and reasoning. Each lesson includes:

• Instructions for presenting the lesson to the whole class
• Worksheets designed to help review and reinforce theconcepts presented in each lesson
• A section on how to adapt the lesson for the inclusive classroom, including descriptions of different stations for different learners
• A home-school connection with family-based everyday math activities
• Suggestions for how to assess students' grasp of the concepts presented in the lesson

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Great Ideas for middle school kids at learning Level!
This book is great!It is filled with relevant and fun activities that even the most experienced math teacher can utilize in their classroom.I especially liked the detailed and "user friendly lesson plan format", the inclusion of national standards, and the Home/School Connection section.I also really liked the Geometry Activity in Chapter 6! Here various types of learners identify many types of angles using different learning strategies, such as making a sun-dial with the teacher to conceptualizing and creating their own oragami figures.Inexpensive and common classroom supplies make these imaginative activities possible for kids with all types of learning levels and schools with all types of budgets.

A Must have for anyone working with Middle School Aged Students!!
I just received my copy and plan to utilize it in my classroom!It really can help any middle school math teacher that has different ranges of students learning styles in their classroom.These days with the strong push to have inclusion classrooms rather than having students pulled out this book will quickly become an asset to any teacher.This book provides the teacher with classroom lessons that are broken down so that they are able to gear the lesson to the different learners in the classroom.It also gives examples of the home/school connection, which is particularly important to reinforcing the lessons being taught at home.I would STRONGLY recommend all middle school teachers or anyone that works with middle school aged students grab a copy of this and utilize in your everyday practice.

An Amazing Book!
This book is awesome!The lessons are easy to follow, fun, and engaging for all different types of learners.The book is designed in a way that will make it easy to differentiate instruction in the classroom.These approaches to Math will take the stress off of so many students struggling to learn the subject.Learning about integers can be frustrating and confusing.I really love the lessons in Chapter 5 that engage students in games or dance to learn....I think children will really connect with that.

The book you've been waiting for
I just received a copy of this book and I couldn't wait to look through it.I immediately found at least 10 activities that look like fun and would capture the attention of all types of learners, from gifted children to students with special needs.I especially like the home/school connection section that focuses on homework that includes participation from family members and is geared towards the interests of young teens. A math problem might ask a student to find the area of her bedroom, or draw a graph of favorite ice cream flavors of friends and relatives.I also found value in the first section of the book, which explains learning styles, intervention strategies, and how to set up an inclusive classroom.I highly recommend this book to anyone who teaches or works with middle school aged children. ... Read more