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Author
Series
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons, Inc
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
"Math ain't what it used to be. Sure, two plus two is still four, but the way we're teaching kids to do basic math has totally changed. The new math (also called Common Core math) takes a little getting used to, but [this book] is here to help educators and parents figure it all out. We take you grade by grade to give you tips for instruction and explain how kids these days are solving problems. These best practices, example problems, and next steps...
Author
Publisher
Charlesbridge
Pub. Date
2019.
Language
English
Description
"Every page of this innovative picture book contains a thoughtfully designed set of four shapes and the question 'Which one doesn't belong?' Each of the shapes could be a correct answer to the question. Because there is no one right answer, children naturally shift their focus to justifications and arguments based on the shapes' geometric properties."--
Publisher
McGraw-Hill
Pub. Date
c2012
Language
English
Description
"Based on the Common Core math curriculum standards adopted by states all across America, this book covers all the key topics in 1st grade math."--Pg.4 of cover.
Topics covered include: adding and subtracting; multiplying and dividing 2-, 3-, and 4-digit numbers; rounding; operations with fractions and mixed numbers; decimals; customary and metric units of measure; lines, angles, triangles, and circles; perimeter and area; word problems; 1000+ problems...
Author
Series
Publisher
National Geographic
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
"Why do NBA players only have 24 seconds to score a basket? What's the geometry behind making the perfect shot? Become a basketball pro and learn all about the numbers and math behind this popular sport. Numbers are everywhere in basketball--from the dimensions of the court to the points you can score to the digits on each player's jersey. In this awesome new book, you'll learn how these numbers make basketball the game we know and love today, and...
Author
Series
Publisher
National Geographic Kids
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
"Grab your soccer ball and calculator and get ready to delve into the numbers and math behind the world's most popular sport. Whether you call it soccer or football, "the beautiful game" wouldn't be the popular game it is without numbers. From the clock counting up the seconds to positioning your feet at the right angle for the perfect dribble, this book reveals the ways digits and math are part of the game. Read about soccer greats from all over...
Author
Series
Publisher
National Geographic
Pub. Date
2021.
Language
English
Description
With every hit, ball, strike, and home run numbers are being calculated on the baseball field. Get ready to learn all the ways digits and math factor into the game, from the countless statistics used to measure an individual player's game to the exact timing used to steal a base. Read about all the greatest players from baseball history and get fun facts, like what the most retired jersey number is. Discover what countries dominate in the Little League...
Author
Series
Publisher
Adams Media
Pub. Date
[2015]
Language
English
Description
The Common Core, a new set of national educational standards, focus on critical thinking and conceptual understanding. Brennan provides examples and exercises that correspond to each standard of the new Common Core national standards for math to grade 5, so you'll have the confidence you need to help your kids succeed and thrive.
Publisher
DK Publishing
Pub. Date
2014.
Language
English
Description
Help Your Kids with Math is what every frustrated parent needs. Its innovative visual approach combines colorful diagrams and illustrations with step-by-step instructions, making math easier to understand than ever before. Covering all the core subjects, from basic arithmetic to geometry, from algebra to statistics, this innovative guide allows parents and kids to work together to solve even the trickiest problems.
Author
Series
Publisher
Charlesbridge
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
"Talking math with your child is fun and easy with this better approach to counting! Written by a math educator, this innovative book encourages critical thinking and sparks memorable mathematical conversations. You and your child decide what to count on each page. You have many choices, and the longer you look, the more possibilities you'll notice. There are no wrong answers in this book. As long as you're talking about what you see, think, and wonder,...
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