
91 Cool Math Tricks to Make You Gasp
Anna Claybourne(Author)
Arcturus Editions (Publisher)
Published on 15. May 2021
Book
Paperback/Softback
128 pages
978-1-83940-617-1 (ISBN)
Description
This is no ordinary boring math book. Young readers will love this incredible compendium of mind-blowing facts, experiments and fun, interactive activities. Written by award-winning science writer Anna Claybourne, this inspiring book promotes STEM learning with a twist and is ideal for children having trouble learning math. Readers can rediscover subjects such as geometry, statistics, and measurement in a completely new light, learning time-saving tips and tricks for common math problems. Whoever new that math could be this much fun? Includes: • Using math to create uncrackable codes. • Exploring weird numerical patterns. (Did you know that 11111111 x 11111111 = 123456787654321?) • Discovering the secrets of mathematical mind-reading. This brain-boosting book is presented in a neat format with rounded corners and color illustrations. Featuring a glossary of key terms, it promotes functional problem solving and builds confidence in math. Perfect for readers aged 8+. ABOUT THE SERIES: The STEM in Action series puts math and science learning into practice, bringing together tricks, games and experiments which involve key STEM concepts. With vibrant, hilarious illustrations, these guides make math and science accessible and exciting for young readers.
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Series
Language
English
Place of publication
United Kingdom
Target group
Children/juvenile
Interest Age: From 8 to 12 years
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Unsewn / adhesive bound
Illustrations
Illustrations
Dimensions
Height: 212 mm
Width: 173 mm
Thickness: 10 mm
Weight
318 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-83940-617-1 (9781839406171)
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Persons
Anna Claybourne is an award-winning science writer, and has written many books for Usborne Publishing, A&C Black and Franklin Watts. She writes mainly non-fiction, covering topics such as science, art, wildlife and fashion, but has also published books about Shakespeare, myths and legends and retellings of literary classics. She is based in Edinburgh. Josy Bloggs is an illustrator who has worked on a wide variety of children's nonfiction and fiction titles. She specializes in middle grade nonfiction including STEM and STEAM topics. She relishes the opportunity to create visually stimulating illustrations and present topics in an exciting and interesting way.