Pre-algebra word problems become a snap with fun amusement park examples. Readers learn how to figure out if they have enough information, how to read and understand any word problem, and more with this fully-illustrated book. Once they understand pre-algebra word problems, tests and homework are a breeze.

"Explores methods of solving pre-algebra word problems using amusement park examples"--Provided by publisher.

Readers will explore how to represent and solve addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division with problems relating to a day at the amusement park. Buying tickets, waiting in lines for rides, and getting a snack at the concession stand help readers realize that math is all around them.

Word problems using operations and algebraic thinking may sound dry and boring, but not when they are done at the amusement park. Each sample problem connects to real-life examples a young person might come across at the park. Text is accessible and engaging but also provides real math content and challenges.

Two experts on education offer a rich and diverse selection of children's literature and teaching strategies for the K-8 mathematics classroom. Taking advantage of quality, motivating literature during mathematics instruction pays off, especially when teachers and media specialists work together to convey crucial mathematical concepts and standards. Mathematics in the K-8 Classroom and Library shows you how it's done. After an introduction to the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics's (NCTM) Principles and Process Standards, each remaining chapter is devoted to an NCTM content standard. The book offers engaging, research-based strategies and booklists of specific titles that, together, can be used to increase student achievement. The strategies suggested here provide a hands-on, student-centered focus that allows students to make connections with prior learning, personal experiences, and good books. Both the recommended children's books and the activities will appeal even to reluctant readers and students for whom mathematics might be a challenge. Each chapter includes an extensive, annotated list of texts, dozens of hands-on activities, handouts, and writing prompts.

"A collection of more than 120 short math workouts for the intermediate and middle school classroom. Students will review important concepts including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, multiple operations, fractions, and decimals, and then tackle a word problem related to each skill reviewed"--Back cover.