mathematics

Applies Fibonacci Numbers and the Golden Ratio to the patterns of nature, revealing the mathematical foundations of the world.

Presents story problems filled with facts on a variety of topics, from Spam and Lucky Charms to leeches and bacteria, designed to teach children to translate questions into mathematical equations, and provides step-by-step answers.

Presents twenty-five formative assessment probes for math knowledge in grades three through five and aligned to the Common Core.

Examines the benefits of classroom discussions in kindergarten through sixth grade math classes, and includes examples, vignettes, discussion questions, and connections to standards. Includes a DVD.

Presents teaching strategies, reproducible worksheets, and activities designed to help students ages nine through sixteen master the basic math skills they might be struggling with. Includes a CD-ROM with additional games, activities, and resources.

This book helps teachers and parents support learners with dyscalculia or those struggling with mathematics and includes editable pupil tracking sheets organized by teaching point and section, 10 videos with over 45 minutes of material demonstrating a selection of games from every section, and over 200 activities and 50 games.--.

"Did you know that your brain can hold 1 million gigabytes of data? (That's like 3 million hours of TV!) Get ready to be wowed by this awesome book of numbers! Boost your math brainpower with easily "getable" infographics that bring amazing stats, facts, and figures to life. Meet real-life experts who work with numbers every day. Plus, get tips and tricks on how to make your own awesome infographics!"--Back cover.