How can KS1/2 teachers improve their mathematics teaching? This book helps readers to become better, more confident teachers of mathematics by enabling them to focus critically on what they know and what they do in the classroom. Building on their close observation of primary mathematics classrooms, the authors provide those starting out in the teaching profession with a four-stage framework which acts as a tool of support for developing their teaching:- making sense of foundation ...

Build a lasting foundation for math proficiency right from the startThe "math" is on the wall: unless we can instill in our youngest mathematicians a solid understanding of number sense, they have little hope of mastering the more rigorous fractions and algebra that lie ahead. A key piece is identifying precisely where K-3 students are likely to struggle, then intervening with smart, targeted instruction. That′s where Witzel and Riccomini′s Building Nu...

"I wish I′d had this book when I began teaching years ago."—Beth Peters, Mathematics Education Consultant"An excellent, concise book for novice mathematics teachers, with good ideas for experienced teachers as well."—Colleen Martin, Fifth-Grade TeacherWilder Waite Grade School, Peoria, ILPractical support for mathematics instruction—putting it all together, from standards-based instruction to assessment!

"A must-read for all mathematics teacher coaches. Woleck brings us into her coaching life by sharing these cases from her work. Through the engaging details of these personal stories, she skillfully leads us into considering various coaching models, essential coaching skills, and effective coaching practices. Focus questions at the end of each chapter add an incentive for readers to deepen their own practices and use this book as the basis for study groups."—Euthecia Hancew...