This 348 page book is the second edition of Marilyn Burns'About Teaching Mathematics, first published in 1992. The book discusses issues and describes activities related to teaching mathematics and thinking mathematically, with a focus on problem solving in grades K-8.

The purposes of this book are "to help teachers examine how children learn mathematics; develop a positive attitude toward and an interest in mathematics; teach mathematics with problem solving as the primary focus; understand the elements of a comprehensive mathematics curriculum; and establish a classroom environment that supports children's learning of mathematics" (p.3). The main audience for this book is teachers of grades K-8, although teacher educators and professional development providers would also benefit from its content.

Information is presented in a logical, organized and systematic manner with clear explanations. This second edition retains the same high quality as the first. Information is presented in a logical, organized and systematic manner with clear explanations. For the intended teacher audience, this book can serve a useful and essential resource for teaching mathematics.

Reviewers noted that, About Teaching Mathematics, 2nd edition is appropriate for the professional development of both pre-service and in-service K-8 teachers, especially beginning teachers. Professional development providers could use the "Raising the Issues" section to prompt discussion about how children learn mathematics, encouraging teachers to reflect on their current experiences and instructional practices.

There are no grade ranges listed for any of the activities throughout the book; therefore, users must be familiar with the developmental sequence of mathematics concepts in all the various strands to be able to select appropriate activities to use in a professional development setting.