Math Problem Solving in Action ─ Getting Students to Love Word Problems, Grades 3-5

In this new book from bestselling author and consultant Nicki Newton, you’ll learn how to help students in grades 3-5 become more confident at solving math word problems. Part I provides a wide variety of examples of real-world, engaging problems across the domains of the Common Core State Standards for Mathematics. It also contains practical advice on modelling problems and scaffolding to help struggling learners. Part II offers schoolwide strategies and an action plan, so you can implement the book’s ideas with colleagues and lead all students to success.

Nicki Newton has been an educator for more than 20 years, working in inner city schools on both the east and west coasts, with student populations ranging from pre-kindergarten through doctoral studies. Having spent several years as a bilingual teacher and staff developer, she has an extensive background in Sheltered Instruction and English Language Learner Strategies. For the past ten years, Dr. Nicki has worked developing math workshops and guided math institutes around the country. Most recently, she has been helping districts and schools nationwide to integrate the Common Core.