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Mathematics tasks for the Thinking Classroom : Grades K-5.

Liljedahl, Peter, 1967-,


"Practical and proven math tasks to maximize student thinking and learning. Building upon the blockbuster success of Building Thinking Classrooms in Mathematics, Peter Liljedahl has joined forces with co-author Maegan Giroux to bring the Building Thinking Classrooms (BTC) framework to life in this new book, Mathematics Tasks for the Thinking Classroom, Grades K-5. But this book is so much more than simply a collection of good thinking tasks. It delves deeper into the implementation of the 14 practices from the BTC framework by updating the practices with the newest research, and focusing on the practice through the lens of rich math tasks that address specific mathematical learning outcomes or standards."--
Date Published:2024

"Practical and proven math tasks to maximize student thinking and learning. Building upon the blockbuster success of Building Thinking Classrooms in Mathematics, Peter Liljedahl has joined forces with co-author Maegan Giroux to bring the Building Thinking Classrooms (BTC) framework to life in this new book, Mathematics Tasks for the Thinking Classroom, Grades K-5. But this book is so much more than simply a collection of good thinking tasks. It delves deeper into the implementation of the 14 practices from the BTC framework by updating the practices with the newest research, and focusing on the practice through the lens of rich math tasks that address specific mathematical learning outcomes or standards."--

Date Published:2024

Mathematics Tasks for the Thinking Classroom : Grades 6-12 /

Liljedahl, Peter, 1967-,


"Building upon the blockbuster success of Building Thinking Classrooms in Mathematics, Peter Liljedahl has joined forces with co-author Kyle Webb to bring the Building Thinking Classrooms (BTC) framework to life in this new book, Mathematics Tasks for the Thinking Classroom, Grades 6-12. But this book is so much more than simply a collection of good thinking tasks. It delves deeper into the implementation of the 14 practices from the BTC framework by updating the practices with the newest research, and focusing on the practice through the lens of rich math tasks that address specific mathematical learning outcomes or standards. Across the 20 non-curricular tasks and 30 curricular tasks used as models, this book: Helps you choose tasks to fit your particular math standards, goals, and the competencies you want your students to build Walks you through all the steps and scripts to launch, facilitate, and consolidate each task Shares examples of possible student solutions along with hints you might offer to help their thinking along Offers tasks for consolidation, example notes to my future forgetful self, and mild, medium, and spicy check-your-understanding questions (CYUs) for every thin sliced sequences of curricular tasks Imparts reflections from the authors on each task The book closes with specific guidance on how to find more tasks or craft your own non-curricular and curricular tasks, along with answers to educators’ frequently asked questions. It includes access to a companion website that includes downloadables and a task template for creating your own tasks. Whether you are new to BTC or a seasoned user, Mathematics Tasks for the Thinking Classroom, Grades 6-12 will help teachers, coaches, and specialists transform traditional math classrooms into dynamic and thought-provoking learning spaces. Mathematics Tasks for the Thinking Classroom, Grades K-5 is also available to create district-wide thinking classrooms!"
Date Published:2026

"Building upon the blockbuster success of Building Thinking Classrooms in Mathematics, Peter Liljedahl has joined forces with co-author Kyle Webb to bring the Building Thinking Classrooms (BTC) framework to life in this new book, Mathematics Tasks for the Thinking Classroom, Grades 6-12. But this book is so much more than simply a collection of good thinking tasks. It delves deeper into the implementation of the 14 practices from the BTC framework by updating the practices with the newest research, and focusing on the practice through the lens of rich math tasks that address specific mathematical learning outcomes or standards. Across the 20 non-curricular tasks and 30 curricular tasks used as models, this book: Helps you choose tasks to fit your particular math standards, goals, and the competencies you want your students to build Walks you through all the steps and scripts to launch, facilitate, and consolidate each task Shares examples of possible student solutions along with hints you might offer to help their thinking along Offers tasks for consolidation, example notes to my future forgetful self, and mild, medium, and spicy check-your-understanding questions (CYUs) for every thin sliced sequences of curricular tasks Imparts reflections from the authors on each task The book closes with specific guidance on how to find more tasks or craft your own non-curricular and curricular tasks, along with answers to educators’ frequently asked questions. It includes access to a companion website that includes downloadables and a task template for creating your own tasks. Whether you are new to BTC or a seasoned user, Mathematics Tasks for the Thinking Classroom, Grades 6-12 will help teachers, coaches, and specialists transform traditional math classrooms into dynamic and thought-provoking learning spaces. Mathematics Tasks for the Thinking Classroom, Grades K-5 is also available to create district-wide thinking classrooms!"

Date Published:2026

Building thinking classrooms in mathematics, grades K-12 : 14 teaching practices for enhancing learning /

Liljedahl, Peter, 1967-,


Ch. 1. What types of tasks we use in a thinking classroom -- ch. 2. How we form collaborative groups in a thinking classroom -- ch. 3. Where students work in a thinking classroom -- ch. 4. How we arrange the furniture in a thinking classroom -- ch. 5. How we anwer questions in a thinking classroom -- ch. 6. When, where, and how tasks are given in a thinking classroom -- ch. 7. What homework looks like in a thinking classroom -- ch. 8. How we foster student autonomy in a thinking classroom -- ch. 9. How we use hints and extensions in a thinking classroom -- ch. 10. How we consolidate a lesson in a thinking classroom -- ch. 11. How students take notes in a thinking classroom -- ch. 12. What we choose to evaluate in a thinking classroom -- ch. 13. How we use formative assesment in a thinking classroom -- ch. 14. How we grade in a thinking classroom -- ch. 15. Pulling the 14 practices together to build a thinking classroom. "Building Thinking Classrooms offers invaluable guidance for educators to effectively implement in their classrooms. Dr. Peter Liljedahl has provided comprehensive and meaningful tasks, accompanying detailed research and explanations, for creating the optimal classroom environment - a thinking classroom"--
Date Published:2021

Ch. 1. What types of tasks we use in a thinking classroom -- ch. 2. How we form collaborative groups in a thinking classroom -- ch. 3. Where students work in a thinking classroom -- ch. 4. How we arrange the furniture in a thinking classroom -- ch. 5. How we anwer questions in a thinking classroom -- ch. 6. When, where, and how tasks are given in a thinking classroom -- ch. 7. What homework looks like in a thinking classroom -- ch. 8. How we foster student autonomy in a thinking classroom -- ch. 9. How we use hints and extensions in a thinking classroom -- ch. 10. How we consolidate a lesson in a thinking classroom -- ch. 11. How students take notes in a thinking classroom -- ch. 12. What we choose to evaluate in a thinking classroom -- ch. 13. How we use formative assesment in a thinking classroom -- ch. 14. How we grade in a thinking classroom -- ch. 15. Pulling the 14 practices together to build a thinking classroom. "Building Thinking Classrooms offers invaluable guidance for educators to effectively implement in their classrooms. Dr. Peter Liljedahl has provided comprehensive and meaningful tasks, accompanying detailed research and explanations, for creating the optimal classroom environment - a thinking classroom"--

Date Published:2021

Je Suis Autochtone : I Am Indigenous.

Tenning, Anne


"Un récit riche et affirmatif qui célèbre l'identité Autochtone comme étant vibrante, bien vivante et magnifiquement plurielle." "A rich, affirming narrative that celebrates Indigenous identity as vibrant, living and beautifully diverse" Illustré par 13 artustes Auchtones This book features artwork by 13 Indigenous Illustrators.
Date Published:2026

I Am Indigenous

Tenning, Anne


"A rich, affirming narrative that celebrates Indigenous identity as vibrant, living and beautifully diverse" This book features artwork by 13 Indigenous Illustrators.
Date Published:2026

Text structures from picture books : lessons to ease students into text analysis, reading response, and writing with craft /

Briseno, Stephen,


"Picture books are rife with teaching opportunities across grade levels and language abilities: analysis, reading and writing response, theme, craft, and so much more-and all in compact, 32-page bundles. They act as a scaffold to all kinds of deeper thinking for the upper grades. They are rich in language, cover a wide range of subjects and experiences, vary in their structures, and are accessible in practically every school and public library in the United States. So why not use picture books to teach middle grades children the craft of writing? Here is a collection of 50 low-prep, teacher-friendly lessons - created in Gretchen Bernabei's bestselling, classroom-proven style - that offer teachers choices of the direction the lesson needs to go, based on the needs of their students. Using a mixture of recently published picture books as well as perennial classics, the lessons in Text Structured From Picture Books offer ready-to-go lessons that can help students identify big ideas, develop well-crafted truisms, utilize text structures, respond to reading, and incorporate writer's craft -all while digging into a well-written, beautiful picture book"--
Date Published:2024

"Picture books are rife with teaching opportunities across grade levels and language abilities: analysis, reading and writing response, theme, craft, and so much more-and all in compact, 32-page bundles. They act as a scaffold to all kinds of deeper thinking for the upper grades. They are rich in language, cover a wide range of subjects and experiences, vary in their structures, and are accessible in practically every school and public library in the United States. So why not use picture books to teach middle grades children the craft of writing? Here is a collection of 50 low-prep, teacher-friendly lessons - created in Gretchen Bernabei's bestselling, classroom-proven style - that offer teachers choices of the direction the lesson needs to go, based on the needs of their students. Using a mixture of recently published picture books as well as perennial classics, the lessons in Text Structured From Picture Books offer ready-to-go lessons that can help students identify big ideas, develop well-crafted truisms, utilize text structures, respond to reading, and incorporate writer's craft -all while digging into a well-written, beautiful picture book"--

Date Published:2024

Foundational Skills for Writing : A Brain-Based Guide to Strengthen Executive Functions, Language, and Other Cornerstones for Writers.

Meehan, Melanie, Maggie Beattie


Includes references and index. Focuses on the cognitive, language, and motor foundations that support writing development in children. Drawing on brain-based research and the science of writing, this professional resource helps educators strengthen the foundational skills necessary for student writing success. The book addresses executive functions, oral language, motor development, handwriting, spelling, sentence construction, and other cognitive and linguistic processes that support writing development. It provides practical strategies, lessons, routines, and classroom applications for educators working with students in Grades K-8.
Date Published:2026

Includes references and index. Focuses on the cognitive, language, and motor foundations that support writing development in children. Drawing on brain-based research and the science of writing, this professional resource helps educators strengthen the foundational skills necessary for student writing success. The book addresses executive functions, oral language, motor development, handwriting, spelling, sentence construction, and other cognitive and linguistic processes that support writing development. It provides practical strategies, lessons, routines, and classroom applications for educators working with students in Grades K-8.

Date Published:2026

Sitting With Nature : An Educator's Guide to Sit Spots.


This handy resource book for educators includes 20 weeks' worth of themed sit spot activities for students of all ages to explore outdoor learning all year-long and in all weather conditions. Written by seasons educator with educators in mind, it's perfect for all comfort levels with teaching outdoors!
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