Throughout the book, several projects in the mathematics classroom are highlighted. From a Pre-Kindergarten project focused on bridges to bee hotels in 2nd grade and designing a school in 4th grade, elementary teachers will see math projects come to life. Middle and high school educators read about designing an accessible playground to examining critical issues like the wage gap or opioid epidemic using mathematics. Full project planners with activities are included in the online resources. 

Throughout the book, I highlight ways to make moves in the mathematics classroom towards becoming more aligned with the PBL essential elements. These notions are highlighted in PBL Plus Tips.

Not every content stnadards lends itself well to a project; however, the essential elements of an authentic, rigorous PBL projects can always be incorporated into classroom practice. Check out the tips througout the entirety of the book.

Each chapter concludes with PBL points to ponder. These questions and moments of reflection provide that much needed opportunity to connect curent practice with PBL mathematics practices. Each point to ponder is framed using a thinking routine from PZ Harvard's Thinking Routine Toolbox. 

As educators (and truly, as human beings) we often connect through stories. I have spent years of my career working with educators throughout the United States, and most closely in my state of Wisconsin. The stories in the book highlight the authentic experience of these educators and their incredible students. I am honored to share their stories in order to lift up the work all educators do to meet the needs of their students.