National Council of Teachers of Mathematics 2012 Annual Meeting and Exposition

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

445- Math Happens When Children Extend and Question What Authors Write

Friday, April 27, 2012: 11:00 AM-12:00 PM
Terrace Ballroom 4 (Convention Center)
Lead Speaker:
David M. Schwartz


Literature can ignite students’ minds and lead to deep mathematical understanding. The speaker will show how books can inspire children to ask great questions and solve problems. He will share students' impressive work, including exhaustive, often hilarious extensions of books and impressive efforts to prove, improve, or disprove the author’s math.

Presentation Format: 3-5 Session
Grade Band Audience: 3 to 5

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