On the Job

How would you like to roast marshmallows for s'mores-in your own backyard? Landscape architects make dreams like these a reality! From planning backyard fire pits, patios, and fences to planting the perfect flower and vegetable gardens, students will learn how landscape architects use perimeter to bring their plans-and plants-to life. This appropriately leveled math reader will build literacy and math content knowledge through real-world connections and problem-solving examples. Text features such as a glossary, index, and a table of contents increase understanding and build critical literacy skills, and the captivating images, practice problems, and mathematical charts and diagrams help develop students' math and reading skills. The DOK-leveled Math Talk section includes questions that facilitate mathematical discourse and activities that students can respond to at home or school. Let's Explore Math sidebars and the extensive Problem Solving section provide ample opportunities for students to practice what they have learned. Learning perimeter is fun and easy with this engaging grade 3 math reader!

Police officers, firefighters, and paramedics are first responders who put their lives on the line in an effort to help others. Get an inside look at the jobs they do, the lifesaving tools they use, and the future of first response work. Packed with factual information and high-interest content, this nonfiction math book uses real-world examples of problem solving to build students' math and reading skills. Let's Explore Math sidebars feature math questions that challenge students to develop their math skills. A problem-solving section at the end of the book prompts students to reflect and apply what they've learned. Demystify math with this leveled book that makes learning math fun and accessible for kids ages 10-12 and appeals to reluctant readers.

Did you know that only 5% of the Earth's oceans have been explored? Underwater investigators are on a mission to find out more! These passionate people come from different backgrounds with interests that range from science to shipwrecks. But they all share a deep respect for life under the sea. Learn more about underwater exploration with this nonfiction math book that uses real-world examples of problem solving to build students' math and reading skills. Let's Explore Math sidebars feature math questions that challenge students to develop their math skills. A problem-solving section at the end of the book prompts students to reflect and apply what they've learned. Demystify math with this leveled book that makes learning math fun and accessible for kids ages 10-12 and appeals to reluctant readers.

Strap on your tool belt, put on your hard hat and grab a level! Students will learn how to calculate perimeter and area while engaged in reading about a contractor's busy day. This math reader builds literacy and math content knowledge while introducing students to the concepts of perimeter and area, and vocabulary terms like square unit, linear unit, expenses, bid, and estimate. The DOK-leveled Math Talk section includes questions that facilitate mathematical discourse and activities that students can respond to at home or school. Let's Explore Math sidebars and the extensive Problem Solving section provide ample opportunities for students to practice what they have learned. Text features such as a glossary, index, bold print, and a table of contents increase understanding and increase academic vocabulary. Learning perimeter is fun and easy with this engaging grade 3 math reader that describes the many details of a contractor's job.