Mathematical Reasoning Through Verbal Analysis (Grades PreK-9th)

Bridges the gap between computation and mathematical reasoning for higher grades and top test scores.

Grades: PreK - 9th
Subject: Mathematics

These books teach the mathematical concepts and skills students are expected to know per grade level. They also introduce several skills and concepts normally taught in the next grade level.

Mathematical Reasoning™ helps students devise strategies to solve a wide variety of math problems. These books emphasize problem solving and computation to build the math reasoning skills necessary for success in higher level math and math assessments. All books are written to the standards of the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics. (Core or Supplemental)

These highly effective activities take students far beyond drill-and-practice by using step-by-step, discussion-based problem solving to develop a conceptual bridge between computation and the reasoning required for upper-level math. Activities and units spiral slowly, allowing students to become comfortable with concepts but also challenging them to continue building their math skills.

Mathematical Reasoning™ Middle School Supplement reinforces 7th-9th grade math concepts and skills by asking students to apply these skills and concepts to non-routine problems. Applying mathematical knowledge to new problems is the ultimate test of concept mastery and mathematical reasoning. This user-friendly, engaging book is made up of 50 theme-based collections of problems, conveniently grouped in self-contained, double-sided activity sheets that provide space for student work. Each collection contains relevant math facts at the end of the worksheet in case students need hints to solve the problems. Calculators are allowed on activity sets that have a calculator icon at the top of the front side of the set. Each activity set is accompanied by a single-sided answer sheet containing strategy tips and detailed solutions. Teachers and parents will appreciate the easy-to-understand, comprehensive solutions. This book is a wonderful enrichment tool, but also can be used to assess how well students have learned middle school math concepts.