Mathematics for Teachers: An Interactive Approach for Grade K-8

Mathematics for Teachers: An Interactive Approach for Grades K-8 actively involves students in developing and explaining mathematical concepts and how the topics relate to NCTM Standards and Curriculum focal points. The text includes coverage of reasoning, sets, arithmetic, geometry, measurement, algebra, statistics, and probability. The carefully organized, interactive lesson format promotes student involvement and gradually leads the student to a deeper understanding of mathematical ideas.

Dr. Thomas Sonnabend is currently in his 17th year teaching mathematics at Montgomery College. He recently developed an expanded program of three mathematics courses for elementary teachers that began during the 2002-2003 school year. He has done in-service work with elementary school teachers and has taught grades five and nine-twelve in New York City. Having published over 23 book reviews in the MATHEMATICS TEACHER, two articles "Calculus Reform: An Interview with Tom Sonnabend" and "Cooperative Learning in Mathematics for Elementary School Teachers," as well as the previous editions of MATHEMATICS FOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL TEACHERS. Dr. Sonnabend is a trusted and well-established academic and was named the Maryland College Teacher of the Year for 2001 by the Maryland Council of Teachers of Mathematics. He was also listed in the 1996 edition of MEN OF ACHIEVEMENT.