Preparing for Algebra

An introductory textbook for students at any age who lack a basic understanding of numbers and elementary arithmetic. Uses hand-on materials and exercises to learn pencil-and-paper arithmetic and certain algebraic manipulation skills, but incorporates calculators for computation-heavy problems of re

The book has a balanced approach; skills are taught with concepts, while technology is integrated with paper and pencil processes. Estimation skills, quantitative literacy, and number sense are emphasized. The incorporation of activities and applications, many involving real data, allow the reader to see the concepts they are learning in action.