The following resources are available on this page.

• Articles
• Bibliography
• Component Point Modules
• Daily Dilemmas
• Notes
• Lesson Plans
• Math Tunes
• Performance Tasks for Algebraic Thinking for K- 5
• Performance Tasks for Elementary Mathematics for Grade 5
• Performance Tasks for Program Evaluation for Elementary Grades
• Working with Manipulatives

These resources can be viewed in two ways. To view a web version of the resources click on the buttons. To view the resources in a printable version click on the buttons. The Adobe Acrobat Reader plug-in is required to view these documents. Go to the Adobe site to download this free plug-in.

Articles - The following articles illustrate lessons that engage children in rich mathematical activities.

Bibliographies - These bibliographies, developed by Dr. Denisse Thompson, address each of the five strands and contain ideas for using books to teach mathematics. For each book, a complete bibliographic citation is provided along with a summary.

Component Point Modules for FCAT 5th Grade Math Staff Development Tool - These independent study modules were developed for Pinellas County Schools so that teachers could earn component points while using the FCAT 5th Grade Math CD.

These components are listed on the LMS system (keyword: Mathematics). The elementary mathematics office has the paperwork for completing the modules. The modules are done through independent study. A teacher may elect to do one, two, or all three of the modules. Work with the ProEd facilitator at your school to open the components for your teachers.

Daily Dilemmas - These weekly problem solving activities created by Lynn Schew provide opportunities for students to solve problems across multiple strands of the Sunshine State Standards.

Math Tunes - These math tunes are appropriate for 5th graders. The lyrics are sung to well-known tunes.

Lesson Plans - These lesson plans relate to the lessons seen in the video clips. Each lesson plan consists of a general concept, objectives, the Sunshine State Standards being used, materials needed and a proposed schedule.

Performance Tasks for Algebraic Thinking for K- 5 - This section contains a number of questions for students to answer. The tasks also contain the specific Sunshine State Standards being used. These tasks were originally developed as part of a DOE supported project, Algebraic Thinking for K-5, directed by Dr. Michael Hynes at the University of Central Florida.

Performance Tasks for Elementary Mathematics for Grade 5 - In this section, objectives are provided to achieve a mathematical goal. Each lesson plan is correlated to the Sunshine State Standards and included a list of materials needed, recommendations for student arrangement, and performance criteria. These tasks were originally developed by Pinellas County teachers.

Performance Tasks for Program Evaluation for Elementary Grades - This section includes various mathematical performance tasks. Each task begins by labeling the Sunshine State Standards being used. The tasks also contain notes for teachers and materials, if any are needed to complete the task. To conclude the performance tasks, questions are offered for students to answer. These tasks were originally developed as part of a DOE supported project, Florida K-5 Program Evaluation, directed by Dr. Michael Hynes at the University of Central Florida.

Working with Manipulatives - These four sets of activities encourage students to work with various manipulatives, such as cuisenaire rods and pattern blocks. The activities guide students to use mathematical applications while performing the task. The tasks also encourage teachers to assist their students in working with the various manipulatives.