Description: This book for elementary/primary school mathematics teachers details the structured approach underpinning Math Recovery professional development that supports the teaching and learning of number concepts, skills, and strategies. This is supported by pedagogical tools, accessible guidance, and helpful illustrations.
Brief description: Kurt Kinsey has spent the majority of his career working together with teachers, teacher leaders, schools, and school systems to improve the mathematics educational experience for students. With a BS and MEd in mathematics education, his teaching background includes secondary mathematics, mathematics intervention at the early and middle level, and teacher in-service and graduate-level coursework. Kurt is a founding member of the US Math Recovery Council(R) (USMRC). He has served on the USMRC Board of Directors and has worked with the organization in various capacities, including, most recently, as a Content Specialist. He co-authored the Add+VantageMR(R) and Strength in Number professional development programs and was a contributing author for the Math Recovery(R) Intervention Specialist and Math Recovery(R) Leadership courses. Kurt has also contributed to several of the Math Recovery(R) series of books including Teaching Number in the Classroom with 4-8 Year Olds. He currently makes his home in Florida, USA.