TY - BOOK AU - Checkley, Kathy. TI - The essentials of mathematics K-6: effective curriculum, instruction, and assessment SN - 9781416603696 U1 - 372.7 CHE PY - 2006/// CY - U.S.A : PB - Association for supervision and curriculum development KW - The essentials of mathematics K-6 KW - Mathematics KW - Study and teaching (Elementary) KW - Study and teaching (Middle school) N1 - Includes bibliographical references and index N2 - Explores how educators are tackling major challenges in math education including: emphasizing algebraic thinking, problem solving, and communication; connecting math activities to larger purposes and everyday experiences; differentiating instruction based on students' learning styles, interests, and readiness levels; and helping teachers use classroom assessment to guide instruction ER -