Adding Math, Subtracting Tension - Softcover

Frances Stern

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0873536932 ISBN 13: 9780873536936

Publisher: National Council of Teachers of Mathematics, 2011

Synopsis

How can I help my child learn math without the anxiety that so often accompanies this subject? Parents of all backgrounds those whose knowledge of math is small and those who use it daily in their work share this concern. What if I never liked math or didn t do well in it myself?
This new book from NCTM is intended to help parents develop a positive relationship with their children by offering useful approaches learning math and including activities that make math a source of fun. Many family pastimes can include math in a natural way while they build a child s foundation in math. By starting in a child's infancy with topics parents know well, and becoming comfortable with including math in daily conversations, parents can develop a bond with their child that will allow them to continue to explore mathematical ideas and support their child s learning throughout the grade-school years.

What parents and teachers will learn from this book: Activities to help children learn to count; How to teach children the difference from knowing numbers and their meaning; Recognizing the pattern of numbers and counting past twenty; How to determine what a child knows and doesn t know; Teaching children estimation, average, measurement, number sense, geometry, place value, and addition and subtraction, plus many more mathematical concepts.

Also included is access to More4U videos and additional material that demonstrate key concepts from the book can be found on this section of the NCTM Web site.

About this title

About the Author:

Frances Stern has taught math for 50 years. She holds a master's degree in mathematics and worked in the computer industry. She switched careers to education and has since taught math at all levels from preschool through college, specializing in teacher training. her many workshops have been appreciatively and enthusiastically received by parents and teachers alike. As Dr. Stern says: My secret agenda is to use math as a way to improve the relationship between children and adults: when children tell their ideas about math, adults are often impressed, and it changes the quality and nature of their discussions.

Review:

The book is easy to read, with a very clear organization. The text, illustrations, and layout bring out the simplicity and soundness of the approach. Each chapter includes all the necessary information on how children develop an understanding of the big ideas of math as well as many examples of engaging activities and materials that are part of everyday life at home. As a good teacher, Stern keeps reminding us what is essential to do: observe, ask, and learn together. She also highlights what to look for, when to move on, when to take a rest, and when to stop. --Haydee von Sternberg, Lower School Math Coordinator, The Chapin School, New York

At last, after years of working in schools with children, teachers, and families, Frances Stern shares her passion for the elegance of math and her deep belief in the natural capacity we all have for mathematical thinking. Frances came to Central Park East 1 to prove to us that we are all mathematicians. Drawing on her understandings of how children think and learn math, she helped us delve into math in school and at home as an inspiring and irresistible adventure. --Jane Andrias, Former Principal, Central Park East 1 Elementary School

The amount and quality of learning that takes place from birth to age five make a critical difference in how well children perform in school. In this concise, easy-to-read book, Frances Stern demonstrates to parents a developmental approach to math that greatly benefits their children. Stern s age-appropriate, fun, real-life activities instill a love and understanding of math right from birth. Far more valuable than a math workbook, Adding Math, Subtracting Tension prepares parents to follow their child s lead and to know when their child is ready for more advanced, complex tasks. No matter how you feel about numbers, this book will transform you into your child s first excellent and loving math teacher. --Razel Solow, Director, Center for Gifted Studies and Education, Hunter College, CUNY, New York

At last, after years of working in schools with children, teachers, and families, Frances Stern shares her passion for the elegance of math and her deep belief in the natural capacity we all have for mathematical thinking. Frances came to Central Park East 1 to prove to us that we are all mathematicians. Drawing on her understandings of how children think and learn math, she helped us delve into math in school and at home as an inspiring and irresistible adventure. --Jane Andrias, Former Principal, Central Park East 1 Elementary School

The amount and quality of learning that takes place from birth to age five make a critical difference in how well children perform in school. In this concise, easy-to-read book, Frances Stern demonstrates to parents a developmental approach to math that greatly benefits their children. Stern s age-appropriate, fun, real-life activities instill a love and understanding of math right from birth. Far more valuable than a math workbook, Adding Math, Subtracting Tension prepares parents to follow their child s lead and to know when their child is ready for more advanced, complex tasks. No matter how you feel about numbers, this book will transform you into your child s first excellent and loving math teacher. --Razel Solow, Director, Center for Gifted Studies and Education, Hunter College, CUNY, New York

About this edition

• Publisher: National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
• Publication date: 2011
• ISBN 10: 0873536932
• ISBN 13: 9780873536936
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 154
• Illustrator: Paul O. Wilson