Changing students' attitudes about math and assessing number sense begins with shifting the teacher's attitude and approach. Learn how the authors dispel the common myth that student apathy in mathematics class is inevitable. Math teachers can use the student numeracy assessment and practice (SNAP) approach to address the five strands of mathematical proficiency, promote thinking, and ignite a sense of wonder in their students.

K-8 teachers can utilize this book to:

Use the SNAP approach to help students learn number sense Address each SNAP skill from kindergarten, primary, and intermediate teachers' perspectives Apply the SNAP method within the response to intervention model Learn the five strands of mathematical proficiency aligned with each SNAP skill Access templates and other resources

Contents:

Introduction Chapter 1: Exploring the SNAP Chapter 2: Looking at Number Sense Foundations Chapter 3: Understanding the Five Strands of Mathematical Proficiency Chapter 4: Implementing the SNAP With Beginning Mathematicians Chapter 5: Understanding How SNAP Supports Response to Intervention Chapter 6: Rubrics, Assessment, and Competency-Based Learning Chapter 7: School and District Implementation Epilogue: Final Word Appendix: Resources to Support Number Sense References and Resources Index