Overview

AI prompts and strategies to help you save time and focus on teaching math! Are you tired of spending countless hours on lesson planning, searching for differentiated materials, and drafting communications to families? This book is the practical, time-saving guide you′ve been waiting for. In her signature playful and witty voice, Dr. Nicki Newton demystifies artificial intelligence for grades PreK-2 teachers, showing you how to streamline your workflow without losing the heart of your teaching. Discover how to leverage AI to handle time-consuming tasks, allowing you to focus on what truly matters: building relationships with your students and fostering a love for math. This is the first book of its kind to focus on using AI to support sound pedagogy in early math classrooms. Inside this teacher-friendly playbook, you will find: A process for crafting fruitful AI prompts to quickly generate the exact thing you need for class the next day Actionable strategies and models for using AI to create tiered activities and culturally relevant word problems for all learners Clear guidance on the ethical and responsible use of AI, including how to navigate algorithmic bias and privacy concerns Interactive activities and reflective questions to help you practice every bit of what you′re learning right away, across AI platforms, for any early math content. This book will empower you to work smarter, not harder. You′ll learn how to use AI as your personal assistant, creating more engaging, personalized, and equitable learning experiences that will benefit every student in your classroom.

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Dr. Nicki Newton’s book is a timely and practical guide for educators navigating the ever-evolving world of AI in education. With warmth and clarity, she shows how AI can save time, spark creativity, and support every learner, all while keeping the teacher’s expertise at the heart of the work. A must-have resource for early math educators ready to embrace the future with confidence and joy! -- Brittany Hodge * Kettering, OH * AI in the Math Classroom, Grades PreK–2 offers an inspiring, practical roadmap for introducing artificial intelligence to planning for early math learning. It highlights creative strategies for personalization and engagement while acknowledging challenges like teacher readiness, ethical issues surrounding data use and privacy, and responsible AI implementation. It’s a must-read for all early childhood educators and leaders! -- Mary M. Reece * Monroe Township, NJ * Dr. Nicki’s dive into the AI world truly showcases the joy she has for early mathematics education. AI in the Math Classroom, Grades PreK–2 provides educators with an abundance of practical tools to enhance their teaching. Dr. Nicki uses a combination of humor and reality about AI and takes out the fear of the unknown, making this book practical and useful for everyone. -- Erin Gomez * Middlesex, NJ * An amazing step-by-step resource for beginners to advance users of AI. Your knowledge and confidence will grow with each chapter. The PLC discussion items, actionable steps, and prompt stems make this easy read feel like a fully engaged in-person workshop with Dr. Nikki Newton leading the way and laughing at all of her own jokes. -- John Innocenzo * Atco, NJ * In this timely book, Dr. Nicki Newton brings her passion for learning and respect for the hard work of teaching to guide teachers in using AI as an assistant in planning math instruction for young learners. While teachers are flooded with workshops and systems for using AI, this book is an accessible and friendly resource to process the ever-evolving AI tools that a teacher can use. -- Terri Ruyter * New York, NY * Dr. Nicki not only gives us amazing ways AI can make the mundane and time-consuming tasks of teaching mathematics so much easier, she also gives the warnings about what NOT to do with AI. With all the jobs you have to do as a teacher, this book will help you learn to use AI properly so you can spend time doing the role of a teacher that you actually enjoy: working with your students . . . no AI can do that. -- Christina Tondevold * Orofino, ID *

Author Information

Dr. Nicki Newton is an education consultant who works with schools and districts around the country and Canada on k-8 math curriculum. She has taught elementary school, middle school, and graduate school. Dr Nicki has a Master’s of Education and a Doctorate of Education from the Department of Curriculum and Teaching at Teachers College, Columbia University specializing in Teacher Education and Curriculum Development. She is greatly interested in teaching and learning practices around the world and has researched education in Denmark, Guatemala and India.  She has written over 45 math books and is excited to be part of the team of writers for the McGraw-Hill new series, Reveal Math. Her latest books include Accelerating K-8 Math Instruction (Teachers College Press, 2023), A Teacher’s Guide to Math Workshop (Newton, Mello & Nuzzie; Heinemann 2023) High Dosage Tutoring in Math & ELA (Newton & Ruyter w/Jemison; Routledge, in press) and Math Workshop Plus (Newton & Mello; Corwin, 2025). She is an avid pinner, Tik Toker, blogger, and tweeter. Learn more about bringing Dr. Nicki Newton to your school or district at www.drnickinewton.com  

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