Introducing students to inverse functions is one of my favorite lessons. Dr.Seuss's story “The Sneetches” provides a fun setting to help students develop the concept before tackling algebraic procedures.
Kathleen Carter, kcarter@nhvweb.net, teaches Algebra 2 Trigonometry and Discrete Math at North Hunterdon High School in Annandale, New Jersey. She is interested in developing lessons that engage students in the mathematical habits of mind through cooperative learning and the use of technology.