Parent Guide > Math Isn't Just for Boys
Welcome to the parent guide for this text! Read below to find out about what your child is reading in class and how you can support him/her at home.
This week in class, we’re reading "Math Isn't Just for Boys" by Rachel Crowell.
In the informational text "Math Isn't Just for Boys," Rachel Crowell discusses the gender gap that exists in math competitions and math-related careers.
As we read, we will be discussing the themes of Gender Roles and Social Change & Revolution as they relate to the text. We are trying to answer these big questions :
"How do we define the roles of men and women?" and "How do people create change?"
Ways to support your child:
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Ask your child about this informational text at home:
- What was "Math Isn't Just for Boys" about?
- What did you learn about Gender Roles?
- What did you learn about Social Change & Revolution?
- Watch the following clips with your child at home: