Real-World Mathematics

Problem-solving activities that focus on real-world situations that provide links to other areas of the Growing with Mathematics curriculum include a wealth of data in a variety of forms such as charts, graphs, and diagrams.

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About the Program

These beautifully photographed books and posters provide problem-solving activities that link to other curriculum areas. Each includes a wealth of data in a variety of forms such as charts, graphs, and diagrams.

Features:

Provides links to other areas of the curriculum
Develops research skills
Provides for a range of ability levels
Integrates number, operations, measurement, geometry, graphing, statistics, and algebra

Components:

Small Books

Include small versions of every poster plus questions, activities, and research suggestions
Focus on key mathematical concepts, strategies, and skills
Make ideal class sets

Posters

Provide exciting examples of mathematics in the real world
Generate discussion
Include a wealth of data in a variety of forms, including charts, graphs, and diagrams
"Set the scene" for the detailed activities provided in the books
Are durable and laminated

Teacher's Notes

Include suggestions and discussion points to guide use of the posters and student books
Provide activities for whole-class, small-group, and independent work
Highlight cross-curricular connections
Provide ideas for further research on the Internet