mathematics

Explores the world of mathematics, from basic school math like addition and geometry up to higher-level theories and concepts, like four-dimensional shapes, knot theory, and different kinds of infinity, as well as discussing the mathematics behind things like barcodes and iPhone screens.

Presents guidance on student-centered instruction and nearly two hundred activities for teaching math in third through fifth grade, covering number and operation sense, basic facts, whole-number computation, fraction and decimal concepts and computation, percent concepts, geometric thinking, measurement concepts, algebraic reasoning, and exploration of data analysis and probability, and provides assessment notes.

Introduces geometry, and explores properties of various shapes.

Take a look into the fascinating world of mathematics, why it is an intriguing STEM career, and the amazing work scientists in this field have accomplished throughout the years.

"This... book makes you a math problem solver by putting you into situations faced by people who work in construction. Math is an important part of many jobs involved in building structures. Three exciting stories lead to a problem you must solve using math. A toolbox section helps take you through similar examples and provides math exercises you can do that will help give you a better understanding of how to solve the problem in the story."--Provided by publisher.

"This... book makes you a math problem solver by putting you into situations faced by people who work in health care. Math is an important part of the job for medical doctors, registered nurses, and care aides. Three exciting stories lead to a problem you must solve using math. A toolbox section helps take you through similar examples and provides math exercises you can do that will help give you a better understanding of how to solve the problem in the story."--Provided by publisher.

Contains descriptions of over one hundred projects which may be used in the classroom to introduce students to various math topics, focusing on lessons that demonstrate the relevance of mathematics to the real world.

A visually-led introduction to two hundred mathematical ideas. Each concept is absorbed through a picture and a concise explanation. Concepts span such disciplines as numbers, geometry, algebra, and more.

Have you ever wondered why you pay taxes on some things but not others? This book introduces readers to tax-paying. Real world examples help readers learn the importance of math skills for money management. Callouts prompt inquiry, further thinking, and close examination of photographs. Additional text features and search tools, including a glossary and an index, help students locate information and learn new words.