National Council of Teachers of Mathematics 2012 Annual Meeting and Exposition

Please note: The NCTM conference program is subject to change.

476- China and the United States: Using Literature to Teach Math

Friday, April 27, 2012: 12:30 PM-1:30 PM
Terrace Ballroom 1 (Convention Center)
Lead Speaker:
Stuart J. Murphy
Co-Speaker:
Jing Chung


The presenters will describe their recent experiences using American storybooks to teach mathematics to young children in China. Stories can bridge differences in culture, language, socioeconomic status, and proficiency by providing a common context to which all can relate. Together, stories and math can lead to greater success for all students.

Presentation Format: PreK-2 Session
Grade Band Audience: 3 to 5, PreK to 2

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