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This book will teach you how to support students to develop positive beliefs about their ability to learn math and how to create a desire to learn by fostering their curiosity and interests.
A NEW emphasis IN THIS edition of Spark the Brain, Ignite the Pen is writing to learn in the content areas. This edition of the work first published in 2006 includes a collection of classroom-tested quick writes designed to assist students in thinking and writing about significant content in the disciplines. Contributors to the book teach a wide array of grade levels (K through college) and subject areas e.g., English, social studies, math, science and health), and the quick writes included in the book are ideal for use in a variety of classroom subjects and settings. Given the current research validating the impact of using writing tasks to learn content, this volume should be useful to a wide range of teachers, teacher educators, and professional development trainers K-12.
Help kids excel in math! Discover learning strategies used by high achieving individuals who attended Ivy League Colleges and/or pursued STEM careers to be successful math students. Parents and teachers will gain insights about how math learning happens and how to create optimal conditions for learning. Concrete strategies are provided to help students think mathematically so that they understand and retain the information. The goal is to study smarter to get results! Strategies used by highly successful students are shared. Ideas to build confidence in math to achieve success are described Strategies for homework and how to create an environment for success is discussed Parents and teachers will gain ideas on how to advocate for the needs of the students based on their ability level and to develop collaborative relationships that are mutually beneficial A general overview of the Common Core Mathematics Standards and how they build across the grade levels is provided.
This accessible book helps readers to see the bigger picture of advanced mathematics. The book contains carefully selected, challenging problems in an easy-to-follow, step-by-step process. Neither prior preparation nor any mathematical sophistication is required. The authors guide the reader to "train their brain" to think and express themselves in a rigorous, mathematical way, and to extract facts, analyze the problem, and identify main challenges. A firm foundation in a diverse range of topics is presented. Moreover, the authors show how to draw appropriate, true conclusions. Computer support is used to better intuition into discussed problems. The book is designed for self-study. It can be used to bridge the gap between introductory calculus/linear algebra courses and more advanced courses offered at universities. It improves the ability to read, write, and think in a rigorous, mature mathematical fashion. The reader will develop a deeper understanding in preparation to succeed in more advanced course work. Features -The authors employ a six-step process: 1.SOURCE 2.PROBLEM 3.THEORY 4.SOLUTION 5.REMARK 6.EXERCISES -An Appendix introduces programming in Julia This book is also suitable for high school students that are interested in competing in math competitions or simply for people of all ages and backgrounds who want to expand their knowledge and to challenge themselves with interesting questions.
Are you looking for the perfect mathematical puzzle book for your child? Or looking for challenging mind exercises for someone clever? Then this huge book of brain teaser puzzles is the perfect choice! Keep your kids busy and engaged for hours of fun away from their screens, with 400 mathematical sequence and pattern puzzles, spanning 4 difficulty levels. From finding a pattern in a sequence of numbers, to deciding which clock, dice, shape or domino comes next, do you have what it takes to become the master of math brain teasers? These logic puzzle books have a whole range of benefits for your kids. They: Improve concentration Develop short term memory Sharpen problem solving skills Exercises critical thinking Get your copy now and enjoy this children's puzzle book on school breaks, while you travel, or any day you need some screen-free fun mental exercise! Are you or your child new to sequence and pattern puzzles? Our book includes a sample question page that eases you into the puzzles and gets you used to what to be looking for in each puzzle. The 4 difficulty levels allows to further get a feel of the patterns that arise and eases you into the more difficult questions.
Use the powerful strategies of play and storytelling to help young children develop their "math brains." This easy-to-use resource includes fun activities, routines, and games inspired by children's books that challenge children to recognize and think more logically about the math all around them.
Refine your math skills and be well on your way to becoming a numbers whizz! Learn about the intriguing and wonderful world of mathematics, how your brain works to interpret numbers and shapes, and how to improve your math skills in this informative math book. This educational fact-filled guide to math will have you beaming with newfound knowledge. It includes: • Fun things to do, from brainteasers to puzzles • Clear, engaging text that demystifies math • Tips and techniques to help you boost their brainpower • Brand new biographies of pioneering mathematicians, such as Grace Hopper and Katherine Johnson • Lively illustrations that bring the topic to life and make the subject matter engaging for kids • Creative math exercises and activities put kids’ skills to the test This informative educational book allows young readers to understand the basic ideas behind math. It not only teaches new math skills, but also provides them with greater confidence in their own ability to handle numbers and mathematical problems. How To Be A Math Genius puts the ideas into context to help children understand why math is useful and even exciting! Uncover the amazing sphere of algebra, puzzling primes, super sequences and special shapes. Challenge yourself with thrilling quizzes, solve dynamic puzzles and crack complex codes and inspirational geometrical illusions. Learn about the big names and even bigger brains who made mathematical history such as Pythagoras, Grace Hopper and Alan Turing. The books in the Train Your Brain series make complex subjects fun, accessible and exciting, and are perfect for any child! Journey through science subjects at home and have fun with clever activities! Other books in the series include Train Your Brain: How to be a Genius.
