- June 2010
17.90 Euro
2010. 256 Pages, Softcover
ISBN-10: 0-470-50517-6
ISBN-13: 978-0-470-50517-5 - John Wiley & Sons






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Detailed description
Fun-filled math problems that put the emphasis on problem-solving strategies and reasoning

The Algebra Teacher's Activity-a-Day offers activities for test prep, warm-ups, down time, homework, or just for fun. These unique activities are correlated with national math education standards and emphasize problem-solving strategies and logical reasoning skills. In many of the activities, students are encouraged to communicate their different approaches to other students in the class.
* Filled with dozens of quick and fun algebra activities that can be used inside and outside the classroom
* Designed to help students practice problem-solving and algebra skills

The activities address a wide range of topics, skills, and ability levels, so teachers can choose whichever best suit the students' needs.

From the contents
About This Book.

About the Author.

Acknowledgments.

Correlation with NCTM Process and Standards Grid.

Section 1. What Doesn't Belong?

Section 2. What's Missing?

Section 3. Where Is It?

Section 4. Algebraic Pathways.

Section 5. Squiggles.

Section 6. Math Mystery Messages.

Section 7. What Am I?

Section 8. Al-ge-grams.

Section 9. Potpourri.

Cooperative Games.

Oral Team Problems.

Mini-Investigations.

Section 10. Calculator Explorations.

Applications.

Graphical Explorations.

Suggested Resources.

Answer Key.