books by Key Curriculum Press     books:       Discovering Algebra: An Investigative Approach (Discovering Mathematics)1 review Jerald Murdock, Ellen Kamischke, ... Key Curriculum Press, 2002 An EXCITING approach to mathematics This is an easy textbook to recommend because it made me feel excited about learning math. I studied first year Algebra a long time ago, but sometimes, like when I see a textbook such as this one, I wish I could re-live the first experience all over again and this time do it right. If I had the chance to do that then this is the book I would want to have in my hands. There are a lot of algebra ...             The Geometer's Sketchpad: Dynamic Geometry Software for Exploring Mathematics14 reviews Key Curriculum Press, 2002 Beautiful Geometry Projects If you love symmetry, you'll love Geometry and The Geometer's Sketchpad. Once you get the hang of using this program, it is the absolute best learning tool for the subject of Geometry. You can construct any segment, line, ray, circle, angle, triangle, rhombus, square, etc., measure angles or arcs, or have the program find bisectors. Many more functions as well. Everything is neatly displayed ...             Fathom Dynamic Data Software: Version 2 [Student Edition]1 review Key Curriculum Press Key Curriculum Press, 2006 Fathom Review The Fathom software was quite helpful. It provides an alternative to using excel for data collection.             Problem Solving Strategies: Crossing the River with Dogs and Other Mathematical Adventures5 reviews Ted Herr, Ken Johnson Key Curriculum Press, 2001 Problem Solving Strategies: Crossing the River with Dogs an I had to purchase this book for a Class I was taking at Sam Houston State University. It is an excellent book to help learn problem solving strategies. Although, I am an elementary education major with a math specialization and had to take this class, I would recommend this book to anyone who is planning to teach grades 1 through 12. This book was designed for middle school grades, but could ...             Calculus: Concepts and Applications4 reviews Paul A. Foerster Key Curriculum Press, 2005 An excellent book from an excellent teacher. This book made a difficult subject (calculus) easy to understand through its effective use of diagrams, examples, and word problems. I would not have been able to survive Calculus BC AP without it.             Statistics in Action: Understanding a World of Data3 reviews Ann E. Watkins, Richard L. Scheaffer, ... Key Curriculum Press, 2007 Statistics in Action - the title is true! This is a wonderful statistics book if you are teaching AP Statistics or an introductory college course or if you hated statistics in college and want to give the subject a second chance. Before you even get into the first formula, the authors provide a REAL set of data, involving an accusation of age discrimination. The rookie learner is immediately DOING statistics and the authors do not stop ...             Lab Sheet Annotations and Mathematics for the Primary Teacher (Miquon Math Lab Series:)4 reviews Lore Rasmussen, Robert Hightower, ... Key Curriculum Press, 1985 Miquon + Cuisenaire Rods - A Way to REALLY Understand Math! Miquon + Cuisenaire Rods = a wonderful way to learn mathematics! I'm a homeschool mom, and my son used the Miquon Math Student Workbooks (consumable) along with the necessary Cuisenaire Rods to discover math in an enjoyable, stress-free, hand-on "Mathematics Lab"-style way. [Another veteran homeschooling mom recommended Miquon to ME:)] The "Miquon Teachers Manual: Lab Sheet Annotations" book ...             The Heart of Mathematics: An Invitation to Effective Thinking- Text Only Edward B. Burger Key Curriculum Press; Key College, 2005 The Heart of Mathematics addresses the big ideas of mathematics (many of which are cutting edge research topics) in a non-computational style intended to be both read and enjoyed by students and instructors, as well as by motivated general readers. It features an engaging, lively, humorous style full of surprises, games, mind-benders, and all without either sacrificing good mathematical thought or relying on mathematical computation or ...             Discovering Geometry: An Investigative Approach5 reviews Michael Serra Key Curriculum Press, 2002 just like I expected The book arrived fast and in great condition. I was happy with the service although I was worried a little before the book arived, because the seller didn't respond to me email.             Key to Algebra Books 1-10 plus Answers and Notes2 reviews Julie King, Peter Rasmussen Key Curriculum Press, 1992 Algebra lessons Easily done This is a 10 book packet which teaches the key elements to algebra so that anyone can understand. It also come with the solutions and how they were arrived at. Every school should use these booklets before even opening a textbook on the subject.             Exploring Geometry With the Geometer's Sketchpad, Version 41 review Dan Bennett Key Curriculum Press, 2002 For Geometry Teachers and Learners Very easy to follow instructions even for neophytes and excellent supplementary exercises for all.             Discovering Geometry: An Inductive Approach29 reviews Michael Serra Key Curriculum Press, 1997 Best Geometry Book Ever This geometry book is clearly written, has interesting visuals, usea excellent teaching strategies, and is simply the best book available. High school students at various levels seem to respond well to the textbook. I know math teachers who think this book is far superior to any other. I wish they'd had geometry books like this one when I was in school!             Patty Paper Geometry3 reviews Michael Serra Key Curriculum Press, 1994 Math Teachers gives this "Two Thumbs Up!" This is an exceptional book that really gets kids interested in the geometric relationships and properties AND ALLOWS STUDENTS TO DISCOVER... After working with this book for a few lessons on Angle Properties, students begged to "do patty paper!" for every geometry lesson. Very do-able for teachers who have never used patty paper. Comes with great worksheets that corresponded well with my ...             Discovering Advanced Algebra2 reviews Jerald Murdock, Ellen Kamischke, ... Key Curriculum Press, 2003 A Better Angle on Algebra This book is part of the "Discovering..." series by Key Press. We are a homeschooling family and had used Discovering Geometry previously. What we like about the series is that it makes math meaningful by connecting principles with practical applications. A software component(Geometer's Sketchpad) is available which can be used to enhance some of the lessons in both geometry and algebra. ...             Zome Geometry: Hands-on Learning with Zome Models2 reviews George W. Hart, Henri Picciotto Key Curriculum Press, 2000 fantastic A wonderful tool to understand better the possibilities of Zome kits. I would say it is ideal for a math lovers who are at least 12 years old, for them to work well with Zome. Not everything in the book will be comprehensible in the first shot, but it's the kind of book a young Math lover is meant to grow with.             Unfolding Mathematics with Unit Origami3 reviews Betsy Franco Key Curriculum Press, 1999 Math Teachers--This One's For You Great book for a broad range of ages. You cover angle bisection, segment and shape bisection, flat folding of polygons, regular and non regular. And its simple enough to do at home with your children. I am a math teacher and home school mom...There is lots of math in origami, especially unit origami. You can make a triangular hexahedron, cube, colliding cube and stellated octahedra and ...             First Grade Diary2 reviews Lore Rasmussen, Robert Hightower Key Curriculum Press, 1977 You'll need this book to really understand and teach Miquon I am not a homeschooler but bought the Miquon books to give my children a a good start in math with some extra home learning activities and also so that I can understand how to help them with school homework (They use "Everyday Math" at school.) I'm a smart person in a very technical, logical career field who did horribly in grade school and high school math and the math section of standardized ...              search for books advanced, adventures, annotations, applications, approach, calculus, concepts, crossing, discovering, effective, exploring, geometer, geometry, hands-on, inductive, investigative, invitation, learning, mathematical, mathematics, primary, sketchpad, software, statistics, strategies, teacher, thinking, understanding, unfolding, version books:    Kindle - Amazon's New Wireless Reading Device This is the future of book reading. I have used it and love it! randomly chosen book: Respiratory Care: Principles & Practice home  impressum - about us