PROBLEM-SOLVING APPROACH TO SUPPORTING MATHEMATICS INSTRUCTION IN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, A: A GUIDE FOR PARENTS, TEACHERS, AND STUDENTS

The book takes a problem-solving approach to learning elementary school mathematics and develops concepts by considering examples to uncover patterns. It includes both standard and non-standard problems and exercises, some of which are challenging while others are mainly for reinforcement.The book is written in a relaxed style and includes amusing quotations as well as brief biographies and fun facts about the people who made these quotes. Also included are interesting and surprising applications of mathematics.