National Standards for School Mathematics Principles and Standards

In Addition to the Standards six principles of excellent mathematical instruction were suggested. §

Using What we know about Reading Instruction to Teach Math § Accessing Prior Knowledge

A Narrative story can take a concept and apply it to a real life

§ Learning becomes more concrete and interactive. § The book becomes the manipulative by

§ Combining Children’s Literature with math instruction helps eliminate math negativity that many students

§ Using narrative literature to teach math is especially helpful for students struggling with

Using literature with older students § Using texts to encourage mathematical thinking and discussion

Steps to Reading and Math § Read aloud to students. § Think-aloud as you

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National Standards for School Mathematics § Principles and Standards for School Mathematics by the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (2000) § Standards describe what students should know and be able to do after instruction. § This document supports the belief that having standards will improve math instruction.

In Addition to the Standards six principles of excellent mathematical instruction were suggested. § Equity Curriculum Learning Teaching Assessment Technology

Using What we know about Reading Instruction to Teach Math § Accessing Prior Knowledge § Connections to familiar subjects § Building Vocabulary § Teaching Sequencing skills § Discussion about Comprehension

A Narrative story can take a concept and apply it to a real life situation. § Example: Anno’s Mysterious Multiplying Jar by Masaichiro & Mitsumasa Anno This story introduces the concept of multiplication and factoring while telling a story.

§ Learning becomes more concrete and interactive. § The book becomes the manipulative by allowing the student to experience the concept thru the characters in the book.

§ Combining Children’s Literature with math instruction helps eliminate math negativity that many students experience.

§ Using narrative literature to teach math is especially helpful for students struggling with mathematics.

Using literature with older students § Using texts to encourage mathematical thinking and discussion is imperative for drawing more students into the field of math.

Steps to Reading and Math § Read aloud to students. § Think-aloud as you read to your students. Model your comprehension processes for students. This can give them a chance to hear how a mathematician might think. § Show students how to use trade books as sources for research or inquiry projects. § Use graphic organizers to collect and organize information.