"Hands-on activities for teaching the common core math standards" is designed to help teachers instruct their students so that they will better understand and apply the skills outlined in the Standards. This resource gives teachers a wealth of tools and activities that can encourage students to think critically, use mathematical reasoning, and employ various problem-solving strategies. Filled with activities that will help students gain an understanding of math concepts and skills correlated to the Common Core State Math Standards, it offers guidance for helping students apply their understanding of math concepts and skills, develop proficiency in calculations, and learn to think abstractly, and describes ways to get students to collaborate with other students, utilize technology, communicate ideas about math both orally and in writing, and gain an appreciation of the significance of mathematics to real life.\This practical and easy-to-use resource will help teachers give students the foundation they need for success in higher mathematics.
This resource is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by State Library of Iowa.