mathematics

With the help of his grandmother, his dead father's best friend, and his own best friend, a math genius, ten-year-old Mickey prepares to complete in the most important pool championship of his life, despite his mother's reservations.

"In 'How Not to Be Wrong', Jordan Ellenberg shows us that math isn't confined to abstract incidents that never occur in real life, but rather touches everything we do...pulls from history as well as from the latest theoretical developments to provide those not trained in math with the knowledge they need"--Provided by publisher.

An introduction to the intuitive and often surprising art of ancient Egyptian math.

A reward of one grain of rice doubles day by day into millions of grains of rice when a selfish raja is outwitted by a clever village girl.

Shows how mathematics are used in the work of a zoo veterinarian.

Describes the mathematical skills used by people who study ocean life, with realistic math problems and puzzles that show students the connection between math and everyday life.

Readers use math skills to solve kitchen math word problems.

Describes the mathematical skills used by astronauts in their jobs, with realistic math problems and puzzles that show students the connection between math and everyday life.

Describes the mathematical skills used by firefighters in their jobs, with realistic math problems and puzzles that show students the connection between math and everyday life.

Shows readers how to use basic math skills when setting financial goals and saving money. Features easy-to-read text, full-color photographs, a glossary, and a list of resources for further study.