Mathematics for elementary teachers a contemporary approach

Synopsis

When you truly understand mathematical concepts, it's like magic... This book was written to help you increase your mathematical knowledge and confidence, and appreciate the beauty and excitement of the mathematical world. With this Seventh Edition of Musser, Burger, and Peterson's best-selling textbook and its accompanying ancillaries, you can develop a deep understanding of concepts central to elementary mathematics as well as experience the magic of mathematics. Enhance you understanding with these resources: New! Student Activity Manual (0-471-70119-X)- This three-hole punched collection of activities is designed to enhance you studies and help you model effective classroom practices. New! State Correlation Guidebooks: These 35-page pamphlets will help you prepare for state licensing exams. The guidebooks provide a detailed correlation between the textbook and state standards for the following states: California (ISBN: 0-471-70103-3) Illinois (ISBN: 0-471-70106 -8) New York (ISBN: 0-471-70116-5) Virginia (ISBN: 0-471-70118-1) Florida (ISBN: 0-471-70104-1) Texas (ISBN: 0-471-70117-3) Michigan (ISBN: 0-471-70115-7) Hints and Solutions Manual for Part A Problems (ISBN: 0-471-70109-2)- This book contains carefully written step-by-step solutions and hints to help you develop problem-solving proficiency in a self-study mode. Companion Website (www.wiley.com/college/musser)- This site contains a wealth of resources, including the new Algebraic Reasoning Webmodule, update eManipulative Activites, the Guide to Problem Solving, Geometer's Sketchpad® Activities and Tutorial, Spreadsheet Activities and Tutorial, Children's Literature Tutorial, and Linksto NCTM Standards.