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1 Grades 1 8 Problem Solving Creative Publications 29 The Problem Solver Activities for Learning Problem-Solving Strategies Grades 1 8 by Goodnow, Hoogeboom, Moretti, Stephens, and Scanlin This popular, classroom-tested program features: 10 research-proven strategies A simple, four-step approach for tackling any problem Challenging lessons that build confidence Simple, three-section format presents: 1. Teaching Strategies Section how to explain the 10 solution strate gies to the class and guide lines for questioning techniques 2. Practice Problems Section students choose problem-solving strate gies and solve increasingly challenging problems 3. Solutions Section organized for easy reference The Problem Solver Binders Grades 1 and 2 binders each contain 54 lessons with 18 practice problems. Grades 3 8 binders each provide 48 lessons, plus 72 practice problems X Grade 1 $ Grade 2 $ Grade 3 $ Grade 4 $ Grade 5 $ Grade 6 $ Grade 7 $ Grade 8 $ Elementary Series, Grades 1 6 (all 6 binders) $ Middle School Series, Grades 6 8 (all 3 binders) $ Complete Series, Grades 1 8 $ The Problem Solver Workbooks These workbooks save time and dupli cating costs. Each workbook includes all of the student activity pages from the appropriate The Problem Solver binder, without the detailed teacher instructions or solutions. Packaged in sets of Grade 1 $ Grade 2 $ Grade 3 $ Grade 4 $ Grade 5 $ X Grade 6 $ Grade 7 $ Grade 8 $37.95 The Problem Solver Poster A quick, easy reference. This 17 22, two-color poster displays the names and symbols of all ten strategies from The Problem Solver program Each $8.95

2 30 Creative Publications Problem Solving Grades 1 6 Problem Solver II Integrating Problem Solving with Your Math Curriculum Problem Solver II builds on the concepts introduced in The Problem Solver. Problem Solver II offers hundreds of new problems that can be integrated into any math curriculum, and uses the same ten strategies and four-step method of problem solving. Problem Solver II provides step-by-step lesson plans for teaching students to solve problems and using a strategy or combination of strategies. The program is equally useful for introducing students to problem-solving and enriching their problem-solving experiences. Provides a bank of problems that integrate problem solving with all of the math content strands: Number and Operations, Algebra, Geometry, Measurement, Data Analysis and Probability Features problems that can be solved by using a combination of strategies Integrates basic skills with problem solving Allows teachers to insert content-appropriate problems into their daily math program Problem Solver II includes a bank of reproducible practice problems with interesting and relevant problem contexts, helping students to apply their problem-solving skills. All problems are keyed to math strands and skills, thus allowing teachers to customize the program to meet the needs of students. Program Organization The Problem Solver II program includes a Teacher Resource Book and Student Workbooks for each grade, 1 through 6. The Teacher Resource Book begins with a series of 38 Teaching Problems that you use to introduce the ten strategies. They are presented in pairs, giving students an opportunity to use the same strategy or combination of strategies twice. The Student Workbook parallels this lesson sequence, presenting all 38 teaching problems on two-page layouts. The optional Manipulative Kits are referenced throughout various teaching problems in the Teacher s Guide. Recommended manipulatives provide students with hands-on experience to learn the math concepts. NEW! Teacher Resource Book Grade $49.95 Grade $49.95 Grade $49.95 Grade $49.95 Grade $49.95 Grade $49.95 Student Workbook (Packaged in sets of 5) Grade $39.95 Grade $39.95 Grade X $39.95 Grade $39.95 Grade $39.95 Grade X $39.95 Classroom Sets (Includes 1 Teacher s Guide and 25 student books) Grade $ Grade $ Grade $ Grade $ Grade $ Grade $ Manipulative Kits Grade $ Grade $ Phone: Fax:

3 Grades 3 8 Problem Solving Creative Publications 31 Explain It! Answering Extended- Response Math Problems Grades 3 8 Use Explain It! to build and assess understanding of math concepts and competence in problem solving. Students will consider options, apply mathematical thinking, and then explain their procedures as they find solutions to engaging problems. In addition, they will get valuable practice to prepare them for success in answering extended-response test items. A 72-page reproducible book is available for grades 3 4, 5 6, and 7 8. Each book contains: 10 sections with problems that address topics and concepts appropriate to the grade range Problems that lend themselves to a variety of solution methods Some problems that have more than one correct answer Opportunities for students to explain their thinking Grades 3 4 $ Grades 5 6 $ Grades 7 8 $ X All 3 books $85.95

4 32 Creative Publications Problem Solving Grades 3 8 Problem-Driven Math Applying the Mathematics Beyond Solutions Problem-Driven Math is designed to give teachers instruction, practice, and support for delivering problemsolving and reasoning strategies to their students. Extensive teacher support for each problem listed in the text is provided illustrating teaching tips, discussion questions, additional assessment problems, problemsolving strategies, and more! The Authors, Stephen Krulik and Jesse A. Rudnick, are also the authors of the award winning Roads to Reasoning series. Problem-Driven Math is a grade 3 8 series that uses a whimsical approach to teaching problem-solving. This text is purposely designed to provide students with fun, humorous, and engaging problem-solving activities. Problem-Driven Math also goes beyond teaching how to arrive at the solution, but to understand the process and concepts behind the process. Problem-Driven Math addresses the NCTM Content Standards: Number and operations Algebra Geometry Measurement Data Analysis and Probability Text Organization Problem-Driven Math is a blackline master problem solving series with a separate book for grades 3, 4, 5, and 6 as well as a middle school book covering grades 6 8. Each text is divided into two sections; a student section and a teacher section. Each page in the student section is reproducible and contains two different lesson problems. Each lesson problem is correlated directly to an NCTM Standard(s) as well as concepts and skills addressed with that lesson problem. The problems have engaging titles, illustrations, and provide plenty of room for students to complete their work. The teacher section contains support dedicated to each student lesson. Each teacher section provides the focus and related topics, discussion of the math used for each lesson, listing of the problem-solving strategies used, reduced student lesson pages, additional assessment problems, and class discussion questions related to each lesson topic. NEW! Other Features Correlations: A table in the front of each book lists each lesson, the NCTM Standard(s), and the specific math operation and related math topics addressed. A second correlation table is organized by NCTM Standards and the lessons that address each standard. Checklist: This sheet provides an area to record the date each lesson was completed and any notes about performance. Problem-Driven Math Problem-Driven Math, Grade $32.73 Problem-Driven Math, Grade $32.73 Problem-Driven Math, Grade $32.73 Problem-Driven Math, Grade $32.73 Problem-Driven Math, Grades $44.63 Phone: Fax:

5 Grades 2 6 Problem Solving Creative Publications 33 Developing Thinking Skills Through Problem Solving Roads to Reasoning Introducing the new Canadian Roads to Reasoning series. these problem-solving and assessment books will show you how to increase your students ability to reason with these dynamic problem-solving lessons. The engaging problems found in this series contribute to a better understanding of the entire problem-solving process. While the emphasis is on reasoning and problem-solving, computational skills in topics appropriate to the grade level are utilized and reinforced. Books are organized into six sections, containing problems that address specific types of reasoning skills. What number makes sense? What s wrong? What would you do? What questions can you answer? What s missing? What s the question if you know the answer? Roads to Reasoning, Grade 1 $ Roads to Reasoning, Grade 2 $ Roads to Reasoning, Grade 3 $ Roads to Reasoning, Grade 4 $ X Roads to Reasoning, Grade 5 $ Roads to Reasoning, Grade 6 $44.95 Student Problem Pages Problem and Teaching Notes Correlation to Canadian Curricula

6 34 Creative Publications Problem Solving Grades Pre K 2 It s never too early to motivate mathematical thinking! Round the Rug Math Adventures in Problem Solving Grades PreK 2 Embark on a new adventure in mathematics. This unique program supplements and extends your existing mathematics core using oral storytelling that connects to spatial mathematics learning. Developed as part of a National Science Foundation grant, Round the Rug Math: Adventures in Problem Solving Connects mathematics to literacy development Meets NCTM 2000 Standards Integrates mathematics learning across the curriculum Take your students on a multicultural journey with captivating stories and hands-on activities! Based on the most current research, each Round the Rug Math book focuses on different mathematical concepts. Everything you need to tell the story and do the math with your class is contained in the complete kits. Round the Rug Math: Adventures in Problem Solving encourages children to share mathematical thinking and strategies through pictures, constructions, manipulatives, words, and numbers. Each story is accompanied by: A family letter that explains the math concepts being developed Optional math activities that reinforce and extend the learning Assessment record sheets used to evaluate children s understanding Blackline masters that explain how the teacher can use the manipulatives for each lesson Student activity sheets and workmats Round the Rug Math Complete Kits Teeny Visits Shapeland Complete Kit Includes Teacher Book, Poster, Teeny Visits Shapeland Turtle Puppet, and Manipulatives Grades Pre K K $ Layla Discovers Secret Patterns Complete Kit Includes Teacher Book, Poster, Layla Discovers Secret Patterns Camel Puppet, and Manipulatives Grades K 1 $99.95 Tan and the Shape Changer Complete Kit Includes Teacher Book, Poster, Grandmother Dragon with Glasses Puppet, and Manipulatives Grades K 1 $ Finding Mathapotamus Complete Kit Includes Teacher Book, Poster, Chameleon Puppet, and Manipulatives Grades 1 2 $85.95 Froglets Do the Measuring Complete Kit Includes Teacher Book, Poster, Froglets Do the Measuring Frog Puppet, and Manipulatives Grades 1 2 $ Sneeze Builds a Castle Complete Includes Teacher Book, Poster, and Sneeze Dragon Puppet with Bucket Grades Pre K K $75.95 Sneeze Builds a Castle Teacher Book Grades Pre K K $59.95 Teeny Visits Shapeland Complete Includes Teacher Book, Poster, and Teeny Visits Shapeland Turtle Puppet Grades Pre K K $75.95 Teeny Visits Shapeland Teacher Book Grades Pre K K $59.95 Teeny Visits Shapeland Manipulatives Set Grades Pre K K $57.89 Layla Discovers Secret Patterns Complete Includes Teacher Book, Poster, and Layla Discovers Secret Patterns Camel Puppet Grades K 1 $75.95 Layla Discovers Secret Patterns Teacher Book Grades K 1 $67.61 Tan and the Shape Changer Complete Includes Teacher Book, Poster, and Grandmother Dragon with Glasses Puppet Grades K 1 $75.95 Tan and the Shape Changer Teacher Book Grades K 1 $67.61 Tan and the Shape Changer Manipulatives Set Grades K 1 $ Finding Mathapotamus Complete Includes Teacher Book, Poster, and Chameleon Puppet Grades 1 2 $75.95 Finding Mathapotamus Teacher Book Grades 1 2 $67.61 Froglets Do the Measuring Complete Includes Teacher Book, Poster, and Froglets Do the Measuring Frog Puppet Grades 1 2 $75.95 Froglets Do the Measuring Teacher Book Grades 1 2 $67.61 Froglets Do the Measuring Manipulatives Set Grades 1 2 $30.95 Phone: Fax:

7 Grades 1 8 Problem Solving Creative Publications 35 Build math power with a problem-solving twist! ArithmeTwists Grades 1 6 by Marcy Cook This respected resource series puts an inno vative spin on arithmetic practice, enrichment, and reinforcement. Challenging exercises use mental math and manipulatives to develop students thinking skills. Activities are sequenced by degree of difficulty, allowing students to work at their own pace. Each book 114 pages. Teacher s Edition includes teacher s tips, assessment, and homework ideas and answers. Teachers can choose between reproducible pages or consumable student workbooks. Grade Teacher s Edition $ Consumable Student Edition $ Reproducible Edition $74.01 Grade X Teacher s Edition $ Consumable Student Edition $ Reproducible Edition $74.01 Grade Teacher s Edition $ Consumable Student Edition $ Reproducible Edition $74.01 Grade Teacher s Edition $ Consumable Student Edition $ Reproducible Edition $74.01 Grade X Teacher s Edition $ Consumable Student Edition $ Reproducible Edition $74.01 Grade Teacher s Edition $ Consumable Student Edition $ Reproducible Edition $74.01 Brainstorming Activities for Creative Thinking Grades 3 8 Spark creative thinking with a wide range of practical activities and strategies presented by renowned Odyssey of the Mind members. Jump-start ideas with 3-minute warm-ups. Move to group activities with 5-minute problems, and engage the classroom with 15-minute projects. Includes complete teaching suggestions. Reproducible page Binder $66.59 Awesome Math Problems for Creative Thinking Grades 3 8 by Carole E. Greenes, Carol R. Findell, M. Katherine Gavin, and Linda Jensen Sheffield Present 50 awesome problems to students who need their math thinking expanded beyond the problems in their textbooks: Challenging problems that require reasoning skills, knowledge of mathematics, and persistence Consumable books that are handy and small enough (5" 8 1 4") for students to carry along when they just can t stop looking for the solution to that problem 50 fascinating and engaging problems touching on a variety of math strands in each book. Each book, 60 pages. Packaged in sets of Grade 3 $ X Grade 4 $ Grade 5 $ Grade 6 $ Grade 7 $ Grade 8 $40.95 Single Copy Grade 3 $ Grade 4 $ Grade 5 $ Grade 6 $ Grade 7 $ X Grade 8 $12.88