Presents a ten-day mathematics project for fifth to eighth graders in which students team up as "construction companies" and build toothpick bridges that can withstand weight. Includes teaching suggestions and reproducible forms.
Explains how to write fundamental programs using the computer language BASIC to solve math problems, use mathematical formulas, generate tables, and make calculations.
Join Schoolhouse Rocky as he takes you and your friends down to the Conjunction Junction Diner where the special of the day is Multiplication Rock. Learning your multiplication tables is easy when you sing along with Schoolhouse Rock. Rocky serves up your favorite Multiplication Rock videos from the jukebox.
why you're a mathematical genius (along with lobsters, birds, cats, and dogs)
Devlin, Keith J
2005
Explores two kind of mathematics: the natural and symbolic. Argues that both animals and humans can work with the natural form of math, but only humans can use symbolic math. A good understanding of the field of mathematics connects the symbolic with the natural forms of math.
the seven greatest unsolved mathematical puzzles of our time
Devlin, Keith J
2003
Introduces seven extremely difficult mathematical problems, known as the Millennium Problems, and explains how they were devised and how they will have an impact on the future of math and science.
