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Mathematical magic show

more puzzles, games, diversions, illusions & other mathematical sleight-of-mind from Scientific American
1977

The Sneaky square & 113 other math activities for kids

1990
Presents math puzzles and enrichment activities within such topics as speed calculation, logical paradoxes, geometric puzzles, pattern reasoning, and combinatorial configurations.

Magic house of numbers

1974
An introduction to the basis of our number system illustrated by mathematical curiosities, riddles, puzzles, and games.

The mammoth book of brain teasers

2009
A collection of over 400 brain teasers, logic and math problems, and visual/spatial challenges.

Math detectives

finding fun in numbers
2003
This is a collection of math games and experiments, arranged in categories such as "On the Lookout for Shapes," "Make a Tally," "Calculator Games," and other topics.

Sizes and shapes

2004
This book explains the basic concepts of sizes and shapes, introducing cubes, spheres, triangles, rectangles, cones, and pyramids.

Numbers

2004
This book explains the basic concepts of numbers, discussing the idea of zero, adding one more to three, and saying how many if there were one fewer than three.

Measuring

2004
This book explains the basic concepts of measuring, introducing objects that are little/big, short/shorter, long/longer, full/empty, and heavy/light.

Counting

2004
This book explains the basic concepts of counting, using simple games.

Balance and motion

toying with gravity
2011
Explains how acrobats use balance and motion, describes how gravity affects the stability and instability of objects, and features illustrated, step-by-step instructions for related experiments and craft projects.

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