Gary Robert Muschla and Judith A. Muschla

An Observation: The importance of mathematics has long been recognized. Some 200 years ago, Nicolai Lobachevsky, a Russian mathematics professor, noted "There is no branch of mathematics which may not be applied to the real world."

Hands-on Math Projects with Real-Life Applications

The 60 projects in this book will help your students apply math concepts, strategies, and skills to solve real-life, everyday problems. Each project promotes problem-solving, critical thinking, and decision-making and helps students to realize the relevance of math in their lives. In its second edition, this book is designed for math teachers of grades 6-12. (Published by Jossey-Bass, 2006)

Selected Works

For Math Teachers
The Math Teacher's Survival Guide
This resource is for new and experienced math teachers of grades 5-12. Written by Gary, Judy, and Erin.
Hands-on Math Projects with Real-Life Applications
The second edition of this resource for incorporating math projects into your curriculum focuses on grades 6-12. Written by Gary and Judy.
For Writing Teachers
The Writing Teacher's Book of Lists
This informational resource for writing teachers is in its second edition. Written by Gary.
Writing Workshop Survival Kit
The second edition of this resource is a valuable tool for writing teachers of grades 5-12. Written by Gary.
Young Adult Novel
Crusaders
This coming of age story takes place amid the First Crusade. Written by Gary.

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