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
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.
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.
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*
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