R&L Education
Pages: 86
Trim: 8½ x 11
978-1-57886-436-2 • Paperback • May 2006 • $29.00 • (£21.95)
Nancy C. Whitman is professor emerita of mathematics education at the University of Hawaii at Manoa, where she teaches courses in mathematics education and curriculum. Currently, she is studying mathematics education reform in Japan.
Part 1 Introduction
Chapter 2 Focus on Numbers and Operations
Chapter 3 Focus on Algebra
Chapter 4 Focus on Geometry
Chapter 5 Focus on Measurement
Chapter 6 Focus on Data Analysis and Probability
Part 7 Appendix A: Additional Children's Storybooks
Part 8 Appendix B: Professional Books and Articles
Part 9 Appendix C: Additional Information on Cultures
Part 10 Appendix D: Supplies and Manipulatives
The students were able to develop and practice their measurement skills, and were pleased with the stars they made. They were able to relate the star to their cultural celebration. Many enjoyed participating in a cooperative activity. Some realized the focus of the lesson was on the measurement standard.
— sixth-grade mathematics teacher, Kalakaua Middle School, Honolulu, HI
Whitman's innovative lessons use math as a bridge to Pacific and Asian cultures. Everything is provided—background information, lesson plans, recommendations for children's books, and professional references—so busy teachers will be able to implement the lessons easily and effectively. I enthusiastically recommend this book as a way to enliven content area instruction and celebrate students' cultural heritages.
— Andrea Bartlet, associate professor, literacy education, Univesity of Hawaii at Manoa
My students were able to relate to the activities and found them 'fun.' I think relating the activities to their environment and culture was helpful. Some students asked for more lessons...
— Anita Wong, eighth-grade mathematics teacher, Kalakaua Middle School, Honolulu, HI