The Journey through Middle School Math

The Journey—Through Middle School Math is about: • helping children comprehend difficult middle school math concepts • enabling parents to navigate the complexities of middle school Using this book, parents will learn how to optimize their children’s mathematics success in middle school and beyond. The algebra and geometry activities are broken down into small pieces that are easy-to-follow and easy to comprehend. Activities such as Let’s Go to the Movies and Counting the Goodtimes make algebra understandable, interesting, and dare we say, fun. Families will improve their geometry skills while enjoying How Do I Get There? and Make Your Garden Bigger. To assist the math explorations, answers to selected problems are included. Parent involvement activities enable families to make informed decisions about their children’s education and future opportunities. Strategies include how to: • successfully connect with teachers, • understand test results and their influence, and • choose math courses that increase career options. Teachers will find this book an indispensable guide when working with middle school families, especially those that need extra guidance. The Journey—Through Middle School Math is a terrific resource to use at home, in the classroom, and for after-school programs. Grades 5–8. 140 pages. $18.95. Spanish edition available Summer 2005. All math activities are based on the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Principles and Standards for School Mathematics.