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""Creative Thinking through Mathematics continually evokes human curiosity. It is one of the rare books that asks more questions than has answers, especially since the answers to those questions are more personal to the reader than any math book out there. The authors use the definition of a creative product to be both novel and useful. I can say with certainty that this book is quite novel (to me) in its approach and can be useful to any instructor that wants to spark curiosity within their classroom."" Miloš Savić, Professor, David and Judi Proctor Department of Mathematics, University of Oklahoma, USA. ""General education mathematics courses in particular demand texts that are intellectually robust, emotionally resonant, and pedagogically sound, in order for students to make meaningful connections with mathematics. This book answers that call. Firmly rooted in principles of universal design, active learning, and learning science, this text presents mathematics as a cognitive, creative, and human-centered endeavor. It secures a meaningful place for mathematical thinking in the lives of learners and makes a significant contribution to the field."" Jessica S. Krim, Former Professor of Teaching and Learning, School of Education, Health, and Human Behavior, Southern Illinois University, USA. ""In Creative Thinking Through Mathematics, the authors share a collection of tried-and-true activities to help students discover the creative possibilities for doing mathematics. The word “doing” is relevant as readers are invited to participate in activity that is atypical of the writing and note-taking that accompany most mathematics experiences. In balancing these activities with mathematical considerations, readers learn new ways to reason through problems. This book’s explorations will open up possibilities for thinking about and being (newly!) creative with mathematics."" Eileen Fernández, Professor of Mathematics Education, Montclair State University, USA. ""Creative Thinking Through Mathematics invites readers to observe mathematics in unexpected ways through practices like journaling, questioning, and exploring the elegance of ideas. With a focus on curiosity, this book challenges the reader to find beauty, joy, and personal connection with mathematics. Whether you are a teacher seeking to spark wonder in your classroom, a student eager to see math in a new way, or a lifelong learner looking to rekindle curiosity, this book will inspire you to see mathematics as a creative and exciting journey."" Ceire Monahan, Professional Development Designer, Amplify Education, USA.

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Mika Munakata is Professor of Mathematics Education at Montclair State University, New Jersey. She teaches mathematics, research, and pedagogy courses to preservice and in-service mathematics teachers as well as mathematics courses for non-STEM majors. Eliza Leszczyński is Assistant Teaching Professor at Montclair State University, New Jersey. She teaches mathematics courses for STEM majors, general education mathematics courses, and mathematics education courses for preservice teachers.

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