Advanced Common Core Math Explorations: Measurement & Polygons (Grades 5-8) - Softcover

Burkhart, Jerry

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1618214160 ISBN 13: 9781618214164

Publisher: Routledge, 2015

Synopsis

Students become mathematical adventurers in these challenging and engaging activities designed to deepen and extend their understanding of concepts from the Common Core State Standards in Mathematics. The investigations in this book stretch students' mathematical imaginations to their limits as they create and manipulate geometric figures, draw and analyze complex designs, and develop and apply measurement strategies to solve challenging real-world and mathematical problems. Each activity comes with detailed support for classroom implementation including learning goals, discussion guides, detailed solutions, and suggestions for extending the investigation. There is also a free supplemental e-book offering strategies for motivation, assessment, parent communication, and suggestions for using the materials in different learning environments.

About this title

About the Author:

Jerry Burkhart has taught and learned mathematics with gifted students for over 20 years. He has degrees in physics, mathematics, and math education from University of Colorado, Boulder, and Minnesota State University, Mankato. Jerry also speaks, consults, and offers professional development on meeting gifted students' needs in mathematics.

Review:

With reproducible pages, comprehensive materials lists, and step-by-step instruction, teachers can easily implement Burkhart's activities for their students. Overall, this book provides a new and engaging way for teachers to elaborate instruction and increase student knowledge through enriching experiences with math! --Gifted Child Today

About this edition

• Publisher: Routledge
• Publication date: 2015
• ISBN 10: 1618214160
• ISBN 13: 9781618214164
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 184