"Why don't these kids know their facts?!" is one of the most common frustrations in math teaching.  During this one day learning event, participants will learn the true meaning of mathematical fluency, engaging strategies to support students in their journey to said fluency, and opportunities for ongoing formative assessment of student progress.

Number Talks is an instructional routine that supports students in building mental math and computation strategies.  These routines are perfect for the diverse needs of special education students, as number talks can be modified to fit the needs of IEP goals and the individual needs of each student.

The Number Talks book, by Sherry Parrish, has more than 850 purposefully designed number talks and a DVD featuring 19 number talks filmed in actual classrooms.

Participants will have an opportunity to engage in hands-on lessons that integrates both science and mathematics.  The Science and Mathematics Standards require that students learn disciplinary content and practices, and these practices intentionally overlap to demonstrate the connections between math and science.

Participants will:

• Use science and mathematics skills to demonstrate understanding of natural phenomena.
• Participant in hands-on science lessons that integrate mathematics.