Hands-On Algebra!: Ready-To-Use Games & Activities for Grades 7-12
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Book Overview
Lay a solid foundation of algebra proficiency with over 155 hands-on games and activities. To complement the natural process of learning, each activity builds on the previous one-- from concrete to pictorial to abstract. Dr. Thompson's unique three-step approach encourages students to first recognize patterns; then use diagrams, tables, and graphs to illustrate algebraic concepts; and finally, apply what they've learned through cooperative games, puzzles, problems, and activities using a graphic calculator and computer. You'll find each activity has complete teacher directions, lists of materials needed, and helpful examples for discussion, homework, and quizzes. Most activities include time-saving reproducible worksheets for use with individual students, small groups, or the entire class. This ready-to-use resource contains materials sufficient for a two-semester course in Algebra I and can be adapted for advanced students as well as students with dyslexia.
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:0876283865
ISBN13:9780876283868
Release Date:June 1998
Publisher:Jossey-Bass
Length:640 Pages
Weight:2.95 lbs.
Dimensions:1.6" x 8.3" x 11.0"
Customer Reviews
3 ratings
Simple to follow and creative
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 19 years ago
I believe this book is much easier to teach from than the text book, Mathematical Reasoning, that was issued for an education course I was required to take five or six years ago. It is also a better book because of the hands on games, which motivate students to learn more. I couldn't indicate five stars because I've only used a couple of chapters so far.
Book Develops Concepts, Not Just Drill
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 21 years ago
Hands On Algebra is a resource book for teacher use in Algebra I. It is not designed for independent student use. New concepts are developed with manipulatives first, then more work is done with games and/or graphing calculators. Detailed instructions are given with illustrations to help teachers inexperienced with hands on instruction to correctly apply math language to the manipulative actions. Very effective with average students and students with learning disabilities.
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Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 24 years ago
I finished reading this book two weeks ago and wow! It was amazingly simple to comprehend, but still covered what I needed to know for 8th grade. I will probably refer back to this book until about 11th grade.
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