Math Fun Time!!

Okay, so this week and next week are going to be TOUGH. I have a math class that lasts all this week and next from 8:30-4:00, plus homework in the evenings. Which means that, between that and my suddenly blossoming social life, I'm going to struggle to find the time I need to just sit and read.

In that spirit, I chose a short book for today. Fraction Fun, by David A. Adler, is a cute little book that introduces the concept of fractions. He starts by describing different contexts in which students might have used fractions in their every day lives, then shows the most obvious example of fractions: pizza. Then, there are activities that students can do on their own to expand their knowledge of fractions. He also uses money and weight as examples of different ways to show fractions, and does a little bit on equivalent fractions. He then challenges students to find other contexts in their lives where they see fractions.

All in all, it's a good supplementary book for students who are just starting to learn about fractions. It might also be a good book for more advanced students who want an opportunity to try something new in their spare time. I'll definitely keep this one hand as a math mentor text.

Hopefully this week I can figure out a strategy for reading more often -I have some seriously good books planned.