by Anna Claybourne (Author), Josephine Wolff (Illustrator)
This is no ordinary boring math book. Young readers will love this incredible compendium of mind-blowing facts, experiments and fun, interactive activities.
Written by award-winning science writer Anna Claybourne, this inspiring book promotes STEM learning with a twist and is ideal for children having trouble learning math. Readers can rediscover subjects such as geometry, statistics, and measurement in a completely new light, learning time-saving tips and tricks for common math problems. Whoever new that math could be this much fun? Includes:- Using math to create uncrackable codes;
- Exploring weird numerical patterns. (Did you know that 11111111 x 11111111 = 123456787654321?);
- Discovering the secrets of mathematical mind-reading. This brain-boosting book is presented in a neat format with rounded corners and color illustrations. Featuring a glossary of key terms, it promotes functional problem solving and builds confidence in math. Perfect for readers aged 8+. ABOUT THE SERIES: The STEM in Action series puts math and science learning into practice, bringing together tricks, games and experiments which involve key STEM concepts. With vibrant, hilarious illustrations, these guides make math and science accessible and exciting for young readers.
Author Biography
Anna Claybourne is an award-winning science writer, and has written many books for Usborne Publishing, A&C Black and Franklin Watts. She writes mainly non-fiction, covering topics such as science, art, wildlife and fashion, but has also published books about Shakespeare, myths and legends and retellings of literary classics.
Josephine Wolff is an illustrator and communication designer from Berlin. She loves illustrating characters, creating fantastic worlds, and inventing new stories.
Number of Pages: 128
Dimensions: 0.4 x 8.3 x 6.9 IN
Illustrated: Yes
Publication Date: May 15, 2021