The Math We Need to Know and Do in Grades 6–9
Concepts, Skills, Standards, and Assessments
Mathematics & Numeracy | Summative Assessment & Testing | Teaching in Middle Schools
"Does a wonderful job of connecting mathematical objectives with instructional techniques and real-world applications. Makes a valuable contribution to the field by integrating multiple resources and linking content and pedagogy."
"Educators are always looking for new ideas, and this book provides many creative ideas and a conceptual way of looking at the mathematics topics in grades 6–9."
"Expertly connects state and national standards to examples from our curriculum. With this text, you can be sure that you are teaching what you are expected to teach and that students have the necessary scaffolding for understanding."
"Presents a framework for understanding important mathematical concepts and provides teachers with ready-to-use performance tasks and dialogue questions."
"An excellent, practical, and well-organized resource for planning math lessons that will address content standards found in all state curriculum frameworks."
"From ideas for working with Web sites to common barriers to learning, this book is a winning strategy that education collections must have."
"This updated resource embraces assessment, standards, and the pedagogical approaches necessary to engage both teachers and students in the learning of essential math concepts. The book provides a systematic approach for the development of school-based curriculum development and assessment through reflective practice."