Cognitive Connections: Multiple Ways of Thinking About Math, Grades 4-8

Emphasizing students' experiences and talents, this guide gets kids thinking about math in stimulating new ways. Teachers can use effective strategies for teaching thinking skills by engaging students in activities that focus on math concepts. The book highlights fostering multiple intelligences by providing a wide range of 87 activities—from drawing, acting, singing, and dancing to constructing, writing, and interacting with others.