Math Teacher Must Haves

 

 

 

Books and classroom essentials to help 6-12th grade teachers who teach students who struggle with math.

 

 

 

 

 

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BOOKS
CLASSROOM ESSENTIALS

Must Read Math Teacher Books

Of course I have to recommend my own book ❤️ Learn exactly how to engage students who struggle with 6-12th grade math!

Teaching 6-12 Math Intervention, by Juliana Tapper

If there's one book you need, it's this one! It taught me what true formative assessment is AND how to do it in my class.

Embedded Formative Assessment, by Dylan William

To increase engagement, you must get everyone to participate! Cold calling is the best strategy and you can learn it here.

Teach Like a Champion, by Doug Lemov

Looking for classbuilding and teambuilding ideas? Look no further! Kagan structures give group work meaning and intention.

Kagan Cooperative Learning Structures

If your students say they "aren't a math person" it's time to tackle their mindsets! Learn how to do it with this resource.

Mathematical Mindsets, by Jo Boaler

A framework for math equity. A must read for any teacher!

Choosing To See, by Pam Seda

If you or your students have math trauma, this is a must read.

Math Therapy, by Vanessa Vakharia

An NCTM classic with guidance on Just In Time support for high school intervention 

Principles To Actions

A brain science approach to why and how to build positive math identities.

Building a Positive Math Identity

Pam makes the case for why we should avoid algorithms.

Developing Mathematical Reasoning

My go-to resource for reviewing basic math facts with a conceptual twist!

Open Middle Math, by Robert Kaplinsky

One of my 6 Core Engagement Structures, this book is small but mighty!

How Many? by Christopher Danielson

Another of my 6 Core Engagement Structures, this is a must do warm up to boost engagement!

Same But Different Math, by Sue Looney

There's no doubt, BTC is the ultimate goal in our math classes.

BTC 6-12 Task Book

Coaching and Leadership Books

 

As a district math coach and TOSA (teacher on special assignment) these books helped me set a vision and achieve transformational results.

If you're working in historically underserved communities, this is a 100% must read book to coach teachers through implicit bias and issues around equity.

Coaching for Equity, by Elena Aguilar

Perfect for department chairs who want to make a difference or district leaders in charge of teams of teachers. So many practical exercises to coach teams effectively!

Art of Coaching Teams, by Elena Aguilar

Looking for ice breakers for your PD and meetings that aren't cringy? Get this workbook full of meaningful educator focused ideas!

Onward The Workbook, by Elena Aguilar

Math Wars Method® Essentials

Small Pocket chart for Math Wars
Large Pocket chart for Math Wars
Magnetic LARGE Timer
Index cards for Math Wars name cards
Dry Erase Pocket Sleeves
Mini white boards
Fine tip expo markers (for mini whiteboards)

 

 

Classroom Essentials

Multiplication table for wall
Multiplication chart STICKERS!
Grid POST IT NOTES!
Number line for wall

 

 

Manipulatives

Dice
Deck of cards
Fraction Pattern Blocks
Dry Erase Pocket Sleeves

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