Math Without Numbers

Milo Beckman’s first book is a fantastic voyage into a hidden world all around us.Math Without Numbers is an illustrated, lucidly written guide to nothing less than the three fields of inquiry at the

Science Without Numbers caused a stir in philosophy on its original publication in 1980, with its bold nominalist approach to the ontology of mathematics and science. Hartry Field argues that we can e

A fascinating journey into the mind-bending world of prime numbersCicadas of the genus Magicicada appear once every 7, 13, or 17 years. Is it just a coincidence that these are all prime numbers? How d

Each book in this unique Math Mastery series developed by experts covers all the essential skills for children in the first stages of their math journey. Every topic is supported by clear examples and helpful hints to encourage proficiency.Aimed at children aged 4–6, this full-color book will help your child learn counting skills using numbers up to 100, with pictures and objects. It's attractively illustrated and led by appealing characters who offer useful tips to children (and parents) that make learning accessible and interesting. Every child can learn math with Math Mastery.

Whether you call it soccer or football, "the beautiful game" wouldn't be the popular game it is without numbers. From the clock counting up the seconds to positioning your feet at the right angle for

How math helps us solve the universe's deepest mysteriesOne of the great insights of science is that the universe has an underlying order. The supreme goal of physicists is to understand this order th

In the wrong hands, math can be deadly. In Math on Trial, mathematicians Leila Schneps and Coralie Colmez tell the story of ten trials in which mathematical arguments were used?and disastrously misuse

How do the world’s greatest golfers improve their game? Practice, sure, but Roland Minton says mathematics and statistics are also key to their success. Golf by the Numbers analyzes the mathematical s

STEM―where we see it, how we use it, and why you should careDiscover how math is part of our daily lives with Everyday STEM Math―Applied Math.Mathematics is not just working out sums and equations for school―it's all around us and used in everyday situations. From photography and cooking to ballet and flower arranging―math is the building block of everything! Discover how watching rabbits and bees developed into a famous sequence, witness the ancient Egyptians apply math to pyramid building, and meet the mathematicians who brought numbers and symbols to life. A "try this at home" section shows readers how math helps you to read minds and how a sequence can turn you into an artist.With easy-to-understand text written by math expert Lou Abercrombie, fun callouts, and lots of colorful artworks, photos, and diagrams, readers can best explore where we encounter math and why it’s even important at all.The Everyday STEM series makes science relevant to tweens. Instead of telling kids STEM is

An offbeat guide to math from award-winning author and illustrator David Macaulay. David Macaulay's troupe of curious mammoths lead you through the basics of numbers, geometry, measurement, and much more in this unconventional and highly original guide to math. From computer games to bridges, shopping malls to game shows, math is all around you if you look closely enough. In Mammoth Math, not only will you learn the essential principles of math, you'll enjoy learning about them. From start to finish, let the mammoths be your guide as they seek to understand the math! These intrepid demonstrators will go to incredible lengths to educate and entertain, as they wrestle with adding or subtracting large numbers, measuring angles, reading 24-hour time, creating a pie chart, solving equations, and much more. Following on from Mammoth Science is best-selling illustrator David Macaulay, whose How Machines Work won the Royal Society Young People's Book Prize in 2016. Renowned for his ability to

In this third book in the Busy Little Hands series, preschoolers are introduced to the idea that math is everywhere and numbers are fun Each page features lots of bright pictures for pre-readers and

This book focuses more on the “why” reasons behind math number relationships, explained in plain English and with images that show number relationships.

For fans of bedtime stories with a twist comes a math picture book by Danica McKellar—which sneaks in secret counting concepts on each page to help make your child smarter! This deceptively simpl

"This book presents a series of goofy questions that will help kids understand various mind-boggling math concepts."--

Each time her teacher asks, “What’s seven times ten?” a young girl experiences a severe case of arithmetic strain. “Numbers flew out of my head by the score. They stuck to the ceiling; they bounced of

The political regime of global capitalism reduces the world to an endless network of numbers within numbers, but how many of us really understand what numbers are? Without such an understanding, how c

From a well-known actress and math geniusA-a groundbreaking guide to mathematics for middle school girls, their parents, and educators As the math education crisis in this country continues to make

This numbers-focused look at the fast-paced game of ice hockey is jam-packed with stats, sports trivia, awesome photos, and math challenges--plus a fun activity at the end of every chapter. Do you know how to calculate a goalie's save percentage? What's the record for the most shots in an NHL game? What's the speed of the fastest slap shot? How much water is needed to make an ice rink? Get ready to learn all the ways numbers and math factor into the game of ice hockey, from all the statistics used to measure an individual player's performance to the record for the most penalty minutes. Read about the greatest players from ice-hockey history and discover fascinating facts, like the number of names engraved on the Stanley Cup. Discover which NHL teams' defenses have allowed the fewest points, and check out cool graphics that show the angles in different pass patterns. Filled with favorite players, need-to-know stats, and action-packed photos, this book is a must-have for curious, fact-hu

A lively and colorful introduction to learning about numbers and counting: Puppies, penguins, bees, and many more cheerful animals help children recognize numbers and learn to count. With the help of words and pictures, children can easily make the connection between the numbers and images from 1 through 20. Encourages numeracy development, helping young children become enthusiastic learners A built-in counting game that develops observation skills and boosts confidence A fun number-learning adventure! Includes a bonus! The numbers 21 to 100 are included in the back pages One Brown Bear helps young children develop pre-math skills. Great family and classroom read-aloud Books for children aged 3 to 5 Books for preschool and kindergarten children *Introduces numbers and counting *Builds numeracy and pre-math skills *Encourages counting with fingers and use of manipulatives to develop confidence and fluency in learning early math concepts *Bright, colorful illustrations engage children an

Do you know how to calculate a quarterback’s completion percentage? What was the score of the highest scoring Super Bowl game? Become a football fanatic and learn all about the numbers and math behind this popular sport.With every throw, tackle, and kick, numbers are being calculated on the football field. Get ready to learn all the ways digits and math factor into the game, from the countless statistics used to measure an individual player’s performance to the numbers used in defensive formations. Read about the greatest players from football history and get fascinating facts, like the price of a Super Bowl commercial. Discover which NFL team defenses have allowed the fewest points and check out cool graphics that show the angles in different pass patterns.Jam-packed with sports trivia, awesome photos, and fun activities at the end of every chapter, this number-focused look at the game is a definite touchdown.Are you a math maniac or sports superfan―or both? Check out these other book

With every hit, ball, strike, and home run numbers are being calculated on the baseball field. Get ready to learn all the ways digits and math factor into the game, from the countless statistics used

Can you imagine a world without numbers? Over the centuries, people have conceived clever ways to use numbers so that we can understand the world around us better, build cities, find our way home, and

Why do NBA players only have 24 seconds to score a basket? What’s the geometry behind making the perfect shot? Become a basketball pro and learn all about the numbers and math behind this popular spor

Hop on board the spaceship School of Math and head off on an incredible intergalactic journey that will introduce young readers to key concepts including arithmetic, shapes, fractions, percentages, and sequences. With 6 eccentric professors, and a gravity-free classroom, antics aplenty unfold as readers see math in action like never before.

Think math is boring? Think again! Numbers: How Counting Changed the World cracks open the history of numbers to explore the surprising, fascinating, and sometimes mind-boggling evolution of mathemati

What is so special about the number 30? How many colors are needed to color a map? Do the prime numbers go on forever? Are there more whole numbers than even numbers? These and other mathematical puzz

This is a book about the ideas that drive statistics. It is an ideal primer for students who need an introduction to the concepts of statistics without the added confusion of technical jargon and math

Ten colorful and acrobatic circus mice demonstrate how the numbers from 1-9 can add up to 10, matching the kindergarten Common Core State Standards for operations and algebraic thinking.

In How Math Explains the World, mathematician Stein reveals how seemingly arcane mathematical investigations and discoveries have led to bigger, more world-shaking insights into the nature of our worl

For children who have graduated from MATH FABLES, MATH FABLES TOO will help kids learn to count and, more important, lay the groundwork for addition. When children learn to group numbers at an early

Greg Tang is back with his bestselling approach to addition and subtraction: problem solving. By solving challenges that encourage kids to "group" numbers rather than memorize formulas, even the most

Each book in this unique Math Mastery series developed by experts covers all the essential skills for children in the first stages of their math journey.Every topic is supported by clear examples and helpful hints to encourage proficiency.Aimed at children aged 4–6, this full-color book will help your child learn counting skills using numbers up to 100, with pictures and objects. It's attractively illustrated and led by appealing characters who offer useful tips to children (and parents) that make learning accessible and interesting. Every child can learn math with Math Mastery.

Each book in this unique Math Mastery series developed by experts covers all the essential skills for children in the first stages of their math journey.Every topic is supported by clear examples and helpful hints to encourage proficiency.Aimed at children aged 4–6, this full-color book will help your child learn counting skills using numbers up to 100, with pictures and objects. It's attractively illustrated and led by appealing characters who offer useful tips to children (and parents) that make learning accessible and interesting. Every child can learn math with Math Mastery.