numeration

Explains how every number is part of a family and functions differently.

A guide to numbers, suggesting ways of looking at individual numbers and their unique properties.

An exploration of the numbers one to nine, looking at their significance in literature, philosophy, history, and other areas of life, examining various mathematical conundrums from throughout history, and including facts, puzzles, and illustrations.

Presents an overview of the use of numbers, from ancient times to the present, including the development of number systems, counting methods, mathematics, and counting machines.

Explores the concept of using symbols for numbers: ones, tens, hundreds, etc.

Briefly explains the matching and comparison of quantities, the naming and ordering of numbers, and counting--all steps in the history of numbers.

Traces the development of numbers, counting systems, and counting machines.

Traces the origin of numbers and the development of the Roman, Egyptian, and Hindu systems of numerals.

Includes simple activities that illustrate some of the ways we use numbers.

An assortment of interesting facts about numbers including a history of counting systems, how numbers began to be written down, the development of the concept of zero, the measurement of time and distance, and problem solving with numbers and electronic calculators.