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 |  | David and Phyllis have been in education for 35 years, and they capitalize on their experiences in pre-k through grade 8 settings in their workshops. They focus on the important connections between language and mathematics, highlighting the parallel emphases that exist across these two fields. They share a wealth of ideas related to such topics as: initiating and sustaining journal writing in mathematics; strategies for linking literature, mathematics and writers’ workshop; innovative ways to integrate mathematics with art as well as poetry; and supporting children to be critical readers of numerical information. |
David & Phyllis Whitins' Selected Presentations
Presentation Topics
| David and Phyllis can present on a wide range of topics. Click here for a full listing. |
Workshop Descriptions
| The Whitins can present a variety of workshops. |
Selected Presentations and Workshops
| These presentations are just list a few of the many types of presentations David and Phyllis Whitin offer. |
Comments From Workshop Participants
| Read these comments from previous workshop participants to understand how learning happens during a Whitin presentation. |
Photos from Whitin Workshops
| View participants as they engage in workshop activities. |
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Published Works by David & Phyllis Whitin
Learning to Read the Numbers: A Critical Orientation toward Statistics
| In this July 2008 article from Language Arts, the Whitins argue that in today’s data-drenched world, questioning numerical information is everybody’s business, and they suggest strategies for promoting this skeptical stance. |
New Visions for Linking Literature and Mathematics
|  David and Phyllis Whitin offer K–6 teachers a wealth of ideas for integrating literature and mathematics in this, their most recent book. |
Math is Language Too: Talking and Writing in the Mathematics Classroom
|  This first book copublished by NCTM and NCTE explores the ways in which fourth-grade students use story, metaphor, and language to develop mathematical thinking skills and strategies. |
Teaching Language Arts: Learning Through Dialogue
|  In this NCTE book, Phyllis was invited to write a chapter entitled, "Fueled by Surprise." |
Additional Publications
| David and Phyllis have written several publication on literature and math. |
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Related Resources
David & Phyllis Whitin at the NCTE Annual Convention
|  Be sure to come to the NCTE Annual Convention this November in San Antonio and attend a session by David & Phyllis! |
Bridging Literature and Mathematics
|  This kit contains two of the Whitin's books, lesson plans, articles, and more. Kit materials can be introduced at a presentation by the Whitin's and later become the professional readings in a study group model for the next year. Kits are also ideal for teacher-led in-service days. |
ReadWriteThink Author Pages
|  David and Phyllis have created four lessons on that connect their NCTE books with classroom activities. Visit these pages and learn more about why they think ReadWriteThink is such a valuable resource. |
Education and Professional Experiences
| David and Phyllis have a wide range of experiences in and out of the classroom. |
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