Math Pathways & Pitfalls Early and Whole Number Concepts With Algebra Readiness: Lessons and Teaching Manual Grade K and Grade 1

This volume of Math Pathways & Pitfalls K–8 intervention curriculum helps students tackle stubborn pitfalls head-on, transforming them into pathways for learning key standards for grades K–1. The lessons in this book address early and whole number concepts interwoven with algebraic reasoning. In rigorous research studies, Math Pathways & Pitfalls significantly increased achievement for diverse students, including English learners, in all grades tested.

Math Pathways & Pitfalls intervention lessons and instructional strategies:

• Help students master key mathematical standards.
• Include concepts important for algebra readiness.
• Provide students with guided and independent practice.
• Support academic language development.
• Add value to any adopted curriculum.
• Prevent common pitfalls on homework and standardized assessments.

This all-in-one book contains everything a teacher needs to teach Math Pathways & Pitfalls with ease and success, including:

• 20 complete lessons
• Teaching manual
• DVD with footage of Math Pathways & Pitfalls in action
• CD with black line masters of student handouts, classroom assessments with answer keys, and resources
• Discussion Builders classroom poster
• Teacher professional development tasks, activities, and video footage

Carne Barnett-Clarke is a senior researcher and director of Math Pathways & Pitfalls at WestEd with experience teaching in urban settings, developing materials for teachers and students, and conducting professional development.

Alma B. Ramirez is a senior research associate at WestEd with experience as a bilingual and ELD teacher, professional developer, mathematics curriculum writer, textbook author, and consultant on equity and access.

Debra Coggins is a mathematics education consultant with experience teaching, coaching teachers, writing support materials for teachers, developing and scoring state assessments, and developing and delivering professional development.