The Math Explorer was developed by education professionals at the Exploratorium-San Francisco's acclaimed hands-on museum of science, art, and human perception. The activities in this book apply the hands-on teaching methods that work so well in science to teaching and learning about mathematics.
This collection of carefully tested activities-games, puzzles, experiments, and projects--provides appealing opportunities for practicing a variety of mathematical skills, using easy-to-find tools and materials. From problem solving and graphing, to fractions and ratios, the activities are easy and engaging. Best of all, they make math fun.
Inhaltsverzeichnis
Introduction
Read This First!
Which Activities Should I Do?
Playing Games
Fast Times
Tricks and Puzzles
Cool Things to Make
Looking Up
Tools You Can Make And Use
A Note About Metric Conversions
NCTM Content and Process Standards
Glossary
