Journal of the Mathematics Council of the Alberta Teachers’ Association
Volume 44 Issue 2, June 2007
31 – 33
Chantel Mulder and Gladys Sterenberg
The popularity of teaching with picture books in elementary mathematics classrooms is increasing as teachers make connections between literature and mathematics. Since picture books can be read in one sitting, they can offer a springboard into mathematical inquiry. Textbook series and teaching resources provide many pedagogical ideas for integrating picture books into mathematics classrooms and some teachers are introducing picture books into their classroom in an attempt to garner interest, increase motivation and improve mathematical sense-making. The visual nature of these books has aesthetic appeal for many students.
