Linking Literature to Mathematics

Presenter:

Linda McDaniel

1st Grade Teacher – Garfield Elementary

Linking Literature to Mathematics

Just a Little Bitby: Ann Tompert

How literature impacts learning…

Student EngagementNatural Context and

ConnectionsDifferentiationIntegration of Subject AreasFlexible Teaching PointsStudent Performance

Choosing books…

the obvious !

Choose books with…Accuracy

Information in the book is presented accurately and in a way that children can understand.

Visual/Verbal AppealStudents will find the book engaging and motivating.Creates an interest in the mathematical concept being

investigated.Connections

Allows students to build meaning and understanding; creating a personal connection to student’s daily lives.

AudienceBook can be used with a variety of age groups.

WOW FactorAllows the audience to take their learning to new heights.Books have unexpected, teachable moments.

The “Not So Obvious” books!

Hellwig, Monroe and Jacobs (2000)

Chrysanthemum by: Kevin Henkes

Using Math JournalsStudent PortfolioStory problems

Glued in journals Displayed on Smart Board

ExpectationsDemonstration of strategyNumber sentence Answer Label

Differentiation

Multiple Strategies

12 Ways To Get To 11by: Eve Merriam

Ch. 4 - Story/Math TalkCh. 9 – AssignmentCh. 12 – Journal Work/Sharing

Supplies

•Markers•Dice•Glue Sticks•Mats

Toolkits Manipulatives

•Two sided counters•Unifix cubes•Coin purses•Rulers•Place value blocks•Pattern blocks•Colored tiles•Calculators

The Smushy BusBy: Leslie Helakoski

Possibilities

…

•Addition

•Subtraction

•Multiplication

•Division

•Grouping

•Vocabulary

Assessment

Big & Littleby: Steve Jenkins

Linda.mcdaniel@k12.sd.us

Questions, Comments, Thoughts…

References

Hellwig, S., E. E. Monroe and J.S. Jacobs. “Making informed choices: Selecting children’s trade books for mathematical instruction.” Teaching Children Mathematics 7 (November, 2000): 138-143.

Counting Crocodilesby: Judy Sierra

10 Fat Turkeysby: Tony Johnston