The "Write" Way Mathematics Journal Prompts & More, Gr. 7-8 Pre-Algebra

Writing has become a focal point in mathematics instruction as new standards call for getting students writing, speaking, and thinking mathematically. The new editions of The "Write" Way Mathematics Journal Prompts & More include extended problem-solving tasks and open-ended assessment items that require self-constructed responses from students. Each book contains journal prompts for a full year's writing tasks in mathematics. The "Write" Way Mathematics Journal Prompts & More features more than 150 prompts; sections containing extended problem solving tasks and assessment items that are open-ended and/or require self-constructed responses from students; rubrics for writing tasks that reflect the requirements of the No Child Left Behind legislation; and samples of quality student work to show teachers "good" writing.