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This page will link you to lists of math mentor texts. Math mentor texts:
- Combines mathematical concepts with reading skill development.
- Creates a real-world context for applying math skills that will resonate with children more than a regular math lesson.
- Helps children become able to understand math word problems.
- Can be referred to for various reasons and purposes.
- Helps students make connections to their own lives.
- Helps students take risks and apply new strategies.
- Serves as a springboard to more complex texts.
- Can be used across curriculums.
Please visit my LiveBinder for free math games! Math games are under the orange Math tab.
Think about writing in math, too! Here are math prompts.
Consider combining math and poetry. According to LaBonty and Danielson (2004), “reading and writing poetry about math involves students with listening, speaking, reading, and writing to develop and demonstrate an understanding of mathematical concepts and relationships.” Patterns are important in math as well as in poetry.
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Edited on 03/07/2024
