Speaking of Math, Fluency Poems for Partners: Addition - Softcover

Janet Lynne Tassell Ph.D. After time in the classroom teaching mathematics, Janet spent 14 years as a Director of Learning and Assessment working with k-12 teachers in curriculum and professional development. During this time, she worked closely with a literacy coordinator discovering the connections between reading and mathematics comprehension strategies. This fostered a growing love for literature in mathematics where she continued to search for ways to help students learn mathematics through reading. She is now an Assistant Professor at Western Kentucky University in Bowling Green, Kentucky, where she teaches Elementary Math Methods and directs the Elementary Math Specialist Endorsement program. She is the co-director of the Toyota Math and Technology Leadership Academy and the professional development coordinator for Project GEMS (Gifted Education for Math and Science.) Brad Lee Tassell is an award winning, best selling author and comedian. He has won 5 Pinnacle awards for his programs for children and teachers, most recently a Highest Honors award for his motivational/comedy program. His character education picture book Billy Fustertag Learns Comedy helps struggling readers in grades 1-2. He is the author of the award winning novel for teens and pre-teens Don't Feed the Bully which is read by more than 6000 students in class a year. He is married to Dr. Janet Tassell and they have one brilliant daughter named Darby. About the Artist Nathan Hendricksen is a graduate of the visual arts program at the University of Kentucky. He lives in Bowling Green, Kentucky with his wife and a fat beagle.

With so many children (and adults) in the United States saying they can't do math, or they don't like math, it is critical that students develop a love for mathematics as well as competency and confidence in their mathematics ability. As they read the stories in Speaking of Math, students learn that not only can math be lots of fun, but also that math is a social activity that they can master and share with peers, families, and others. And we have heard the phrase laughter is the best medicine. When children are engaged, challenged, and having fun, memory is enhanced and learning improved. Speaking of math seems like a great way to get students hooked on becoming fluent with addition facts in a fun and engaging way. --Linda Sheffield, Ph.D. Regents Professor Emerita Mathematics Educaton

As a former Title I Literacy Consultant and current principal of a National Blue Ribbon school, I am delighted to offer praise to this unique genre of books that provides a wonderful experience for the reader. This kind of literature provides the easiest and most enjoyable way for parents to help and motivate their children to read confidently! And now, we not only have poetry that improves fluency and reading development, but also focuses on an important content area - mathematics! This innovative approach to building fluency, confidence, and reading is a must have in any strong reading program. --Julie Kemp, principal Chrisney Elementary, Chrisney, Indiana

I really like this book a lot! My favorite stories are Moldy Muffins and the Ten Texts story. I liked when the sister texts all the boys. I loved this book because it is so funny and it teaches me math too! --Alexis, second grade student

As a former Title I Literacy Consultant and current principal of a National Blue Ribbon school, I am delighted to offer praise to this unique genre of books that provides a wonderful experience for the reader. This kind of literature provides the easiest and most enjoyable way for parents to help and motivate their children to read confidently! And now, we not only have poetry that improves fluency and reading development, but also focuses on an important content area - mathematics! This innovative approach to building fluency, confidence, and reading is a must have in any strong reading program. --Julie Kemp, principal Chrisney Elementary, Chrisney, Indiana

I really like this book a lot! My favorite stories are Moldy Muffins and the Ten Texts story. I liked when the sister texts all the boys. I loved this book because it is so funny and it teaches me math too! --Alexis, second grade student