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Baker, Dave and Cheryl Semple. How Big is the Moon? Whole Maths in Action. Portsmouth, NH: Heinemann, 1990.

CML REF QA135.5 B243 1990

1-6

Introduces the whole math approach to teaching mathematical concepts. Provides many lesson activities that can be used when taking this approach.

Bergin, Jeff. Graph Attack: Grades 3-5.

CML MEDIA QA276.3 M38 2005

3-5

Video intended to teach children how to use graphs.

Bresser, Rusty. Math and Literature: Grades 4-6. Sausalito, CA: Math Solutions, 2004.

CML REF QA135.6 B73 2004

4-6

Provides math lesson plans for 22 children’s stories. Stories are popular picture books and fables. Math is intended for children in the intermediate grades.

Brumbaugh, Allyne. Do It Yourself Math Stories. New York: Scholastic, 1991.

CML REF QA139 B78 1991

2-5

Comprised of 20 math “adventure stories” in which children can work on arithmetic, problem solving, time and other concepts. All activities are displayed on whole-page worksheets. Many creative ideas included.

Bresser, Rusty. Math and Literature: Grades 4-6. White Plains, NY: Math Solutions Publications, 1995.

CML TEXT QA135.6 B73 2004

4-6

Explains how to integrate literature and math in the intermediate classroom. Lists books that are particularly good for this purpose.

Burns, Marilyn. A Collection of Math Lessons from Grades 3 Through 6. White Plains, NY: Math Solutions Publications, 1987.

CML REF QA135.5 B83997 1987

3-6

Includes detailed instructional units. Lessons include games that are intended to introduce mathematical concepts.

Burns, Marilyn. Mathematics with Manipulatives: Color Tiles.

CML MEDIA QA19 C6 M37 1988

K-6

20-minute video presents ways in which elementary school teachers can use color tiles in small and large groups within the classroom.

Burns, Marilyn. Mathematics with Manipulatives: Six Models.

CML MEDIA QA16 M38 1987

K-6

20-minute video presents ways in which elementary school teachers can use manipulatives in small and large groups within the classroom.

Burns, Marilyn and Stephanie Sheffield. Math and Literature: Grades 2-3. Sausalito, CA: Math Solutions Publications, 2004.

CML REF QA135.6 B7685 2004

2-3

Provides math lesson plans for 20 children’s stories. Stories are popular picture books and fables. Story plots are summarized at the beginning of each chapter.

Teacher’s Helper: Classroom Skill Builders. Greensboro, NC: The Education Center.

CML Periodicals Rack

2-3 and 4-6

Bi-monthly magazines for teachers with lesson plans based on grade level. Many worksheets and fun activities to copy

Clemson University. Developing Algebraic Thinking: Plotting and Growing. Burlington, NC: Carolina Biological Supply, 2005.

CML TEXT QA159 D485 2005

3

Twenty units include detailed lesson plans, worksheets, activities, assessments, desired outcomes, and materials lists. A key is present to identify group size of each activity (whole group, small groups, pairs or individuals) as well as interdisciplinary integration (literature, writing or technology).

Clemson University. Developing Algebraic Thinking: Steps and Distance. Burlington, NC: Carolina Biological Supply, 2005.

CML TEXT QA159 D487 2005

5

Twenty units include detailed lesson plans, worksheets, activities, assessments, desired outcomes, and materials lists. A key is present to identify group size of each activity (whole group, small groups, pairs or individuals) as well as interdisciplinary integration (literature, writing or technology).

Coelho, Valerie. Measurement Mania: Grades 3-5.

CML MEDIA QA465 M38 2005

3-5

Video intended to teach children how to measure.

Downie, Diane and Twila Slesnick. Math for Girls and Other Problem Solvers. Berkley: University of California 1981.

CML REF QA16 D68 1981

7-12

Provides a “week’s worth” of math lessons for girls. Content focuses on problem solving rather than arithmetic skills. Lessons include many games, skits and stories. 

Franco, Betsy. Fourscore and 7. Tuscon, AZ: Good Year Books, 1999.

CML TEXT QA135.5 F685 1999

5-6 +

Presents math lessons for older elementary students based on historical events. Lessons and activities are arranged by historical topic and time period.

Heddens, James and William Speer. Today’s Mathematics Part 2: Activities and Instructional Ideas. Englewood Cliffs, NJ: Prentice Hall, 1995.

CML TEXT QA135.5 H42 1995 v.2

K-6 +

Teaches educators how to instruct children on various mathematical concepts. Lesson plans, worksheets and tips are provided.

Kopp, Jaine. Algebraic Reasoning: Professor Arbegla Introduces Variables and Functions.  Berkley: University of California, 2003.

CML TEXT QA159 K67 2003

3-5

Provides six mathematical lessons that require two sessions apiece. Activities include stories with interactive characters that encourage students to discover correct answers. Lessons are in-depth and often include poems, worksheets, and mnemonic devices.

Kopp, Jaine. In All Probability: Investigations in Probability and Data Analysis. Berkley: University of California, 2006.

CML TEXT QA273.2 K67 2006

3-5

Provides four mathematical lessons that require multiple sessions in the classroom. Activities include stories with interactive characters that encourage students to discover correct answers. Includes worksheets, games, and crafts.

Kopp, Jaine. Math on the Menu: Real Life Problem Solving for Grades 3-5. Berkley: University of California, 2005.

CML TEXT QA135.6 K66 2003

3-5

Includes four mathematical lessons that require multiple class periods to execute. Explains six mathematical lessons that require two sessions apiece. Activities include stories with characters that encourage students to find the correct answers. Lessons are in-depth and include worksheets, games, crafts and journal writing exercises.

Krause, Marina C. Multicultural Mathematics Materials. Reston, VA: The National Council of Teachers and Mathematics, 1983.

CML REF QA16 K7 1983

1-6 +

Includes traditional mathematical games and activities from nine regions of the world. All activities include descriptions, target age level, and work pages for students.

Lilburn, Pat and Pam Rawson. Let’s Talk Math: Encouraging Children to Explore Ideas. Portsmouth, NH: Heinemann 1994.

CML REF QA135.5 L52 1994

3-6

Provides 40 mathematical problems that can be discussed aloud in the classroom. Includes guidelines on how to discuss them and activities that help children understand each problem.

Martin, Hope and Susan Guengerich. The Math of Food. Portland, ME: J. Weston Walsh, 1999.

CML REF QA139 M6172 1999

4-6

Provides many food-related math worksheets.

Martin, Hope and Susan Guengerich. The Math of Sports. Portland, ME: J. Weston Walsh, 2000.

CML REF QA109 M376 2000

5-6

Offers advanced math problems based on sports scenarios. Problem solving, number operation, pre-algebraic and algebraic concepts are explored.

Phillips, Lisa. Fun With Fractions: Grades 3-5.

CML MEDIA QA137 M38 2005

3-5

DVD designed to help children understand and enjoy work with fractions.

Rectanus, Cheryl. Math by All Means: Geometry Grades 3-4. Sausalito, CA: Math Solutions Publications, 2005.

CML REF QA135.5 R42 1994

3-4

Provides a complete system for teaching geometry to 3rd and 4th grade students. Includes weekly outlines, class lessons, activities, assessments and homework sheets.

Stenmark, Jean Kerr, Virginia Thompson and Ruth Cossey. Family Math. Berkeley: University of California, 1986.

CML REF QA276.2 S73 1986

K-6 +

Provides worksheets and activities for many math concepts. Activities can be completed in the classroom or sent home for parents and students to work together on.

Tang, Greg. The Best of Times: Math Strategies that Multiply. New York: Scholastic, 2002.

CML MEDIA QA115 T357 2002

2-6

Colorful storybook that helps children learn how to multiply.

Tang, Greg. The Grapes of Math. New York: Scholastic, 2001.

CML MEDIA QA95 T334 2001

2-6

Colorful storybook that helps children learn to multiply through math riddles.

Tang, Greg. Math Appeal. New York: Scholastic, 2003.

CML MEDIA QA40.5 T36 2003

2-6

Colorful storybook that helps children learn to multiply through math riddles.

Tang, Greg. Math Fables. New York: Scholastic, 2004.

CML MEDIA QA113 T355 2004

2-6

Colorful storybook that helps children learn how to multiply through math riddles.

Tang, Greg. Math Potatoes. New York: Scholastic, 2005.

CML MEDIA QA115 T3575 2005

2-6

Colorful storybook that helps children learn to multiply through math riddles.

Tang, Greg. Math-terpieces: The Art of Problem Solving. New York: Scholastic, 2003.

CML MEDIA QA248 T365 2003

1-5

Colorful storybooks helps younger children to add while encouraging older children to problem solve.

University of California at Berkeley. Group Solutions Too! More Cooperative Logic Activities for Grades K-4. Berkeley: University of California, 1997.

CML TEXT QA63 G661 2007

K-4

Lists and describes hundreds of logic activities that get children interested in math. Includes activities, lesson plans and worksheets to photocopy.

Wheeler, Ed and Jane Barnard. Activities Manual for Elementary School Teachers. Pacific Grove, CA: Brooks/Cole Publishing Company, 1995.

CML REF QA135.5 W455 1995B

3-6 +

Offers manipulative-based activities that provide elementary and middle school students a hands-on real world method to learn math.

Williams, Doug. Teaching Mathematics Through Children’s Art. Portsmouth, NH: Heinemann, 1995.

CML REF QA19 A78 W55 1995

K-6

Provides art units organized by grade level. Units include an explanation of mathematics content as well as art/craft content and a list of skills that children should acquire.

Zaslavsky, Claudia. Multicultural Mathematics: Interdisciplinary Cooperative Learning Activities. Portland, ME: J. Weston Walsh, 1993.

CML REF QA135.5 Z366 1993

5-6 +

Consists of 58 activities designed to enrich mathematics curriculum and get all students excited about math, regardless of ability. Activities center on multicultural traditions. Worksheets are meant for photocopying and there is an answer key in the back.