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1	Horizons Math more books like this by Alpha & Omega Publishing (Creator) add to wishlist Horizons Mathematics is a carefully designed curriculum that makes elementary math easy and enjoyable for both parents and students. Each grade consists of two books with 80 full-color lessons each, and a complete daily lesson guide in the Teacher Handbook. Through reasoning, hands-on learning, and memorization exercises, students gain a complete ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99!
2	Conned again Watson : cautionary tales of logic, math and probability more books like this by Colin Bruce add to wishlist A thrilling way to learn about probability, statistics, and math-by watching Sherlock Holmes help victims exploited by evil con men.. "I wish I understood these matters, of chance and luck!" I said as we walked. "But to a dunce like myself, it all seems hopelessly paradoxical." Holmes smiled as he tucked the Marquis's winnings carefully into his ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $9.59! \| first editions \| SVS
3	G is for Googol: A Math Alphabet Book more books like this by David M Schwartz, Marissa Moss (Illustrator) add to wishlist Explains the meaning of mathematical terms which begin with the different letters of the alphabet from abacus, binary, and cubit to zillion. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $14.15! \| signed copies \| first editions
4	Janice VanCleave's Math for Every Kid: Easy Activities That Make Learning Math F more books like this by Janice Pratt VanCleave add to wishlist This basic maths book for children aged 8-12 has been designed to make the learning of mathematics a fun experience and to encourage the desire for exploration into specific maths topics. It uses a step-by-step method and simple problems which teach facts, concepts, computational skills and problem-solving strategies. Various activity projects, ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $3.65! \| SVS
5	The Unimaginable Mathematics of Borges' Library of Babel more books like this by William Goldbloom Bloch add to wishlist "The Library of Babel" is arguably Jorge Luis Borges' best known story-memorialized along with Borges on an Argentine postage stamp. Now, in The Unimaginable Mathematics of Borges' Library of Babel, William Goldbloom Bloch takes readers on a fascinating tour of the mathematical ideas hidden within one of the classic works of modern literature. ... see all copies from $10.00! new only from $13.58! \| SVS
6	Shapes & Designs: Two-Dimensional Geometry more books like this by James T Fey, Elizabeth D Phillips, Catherine Anderson (Editor) add to wishlist see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99!
7	The World Book of Math Power more books like this by World Book Encyclopedia add to wishlist see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| first editions \| SVS
8	Fractals, Googols, and Other Mathematical Tales more books like this by Theoni Pappas add to wishlist A new treasure trove of stories that make mathematical ideas come to life with an unusual cast of characters. This book explores mathematical concepts and topics such as real numbers, exponents, dimensions, and geometry in both serious and humorous ways. 50 line drawings. see all copies from $4.38! new only from $5.96! \| SVS
9	Rabbit's Pajama Party more books like this by Stuart J Murphy add to wishlist Rabbit and his friends have lots to do at his pajama party. First, they eat pizza. Then they get into sleeping bags. And last, Mum turns out the light. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $2.48! \| first editions \| SVS
10	Just Enough Carrots more books like this by Stuart J Murphy, Frank Remkiewicz (Illustrator) add to wishlist Elephants, rabbits, and birds shop in this funny grocery store. Can you guess what the little rabbit wants more of? Munchy, crunchy carrots, of course! And fewer of? Squirmy worms and chewy peanuts. So why is his mother buying all those cans of worms? Full color. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $2.48! \| SVS
11	Lifepac Gold Mathematics Grade 11 Boxed Set: Boxed Set Includes Everything for Both Teacher and Student for One Year more books like this by Alpha Omega Publishing (Manufactured by) add to wishlist see all copies from $1.99! new only from $14.69!
12	Imaginary Numbers: An Anthology of Marvelous Mathematical Stories, Diversions, Poems, and Musings more books like this by William Frucht (Editor) add to wishlist "William Frucht's wide-ranging compilation of mathematically flavored fiction and poetry is humorous, thought-provoking, and profoundly entertaining."-John Allen Paulos, author of Once Upon a NumberThis delightful anthology-the first such collection since the publication of Clifton Fadiman's bestselling Fantasia Mathematica and The Mathematical ... see all copies from $4.49! new only from $10.95! \| first editions \| SVS
13 view cover	Math Wizardry for Kids more books like this by Margaret Kenda, Phyllis S Williams add to wishlist Like its predecessor "Science Wizardry for Kids", the authors have once again made science intriguing and fun for kids. Included are more than 200 mathematics puzzles, games, and designs to entertain even the most reluctant mathematicians. Through activities such as paper folding, secret codes, and number triangles, kids will find the joys of math ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| first editions \| SVS
14	Becoming a Mental Math Wizard more books like this by Jerry Lucas add to wishlist The author thinks that people should have fun with math, and that anyone can learn how to do complicated problems in their heads by learning a few simple techniques. Lucas provides such basics as squaring, logarithms, powers and roots, and then shows tricks from algebra and calculus that help readers handle mathematics problems with ease. see all copies from $6.87!
15 view cover	The Mobius Strip: Dr. August Mobius's Marvelous Band in Mathematics, Games, Literature, Art, Technology, and Cosmology more books like this by Clifford A Pickover, Ph.D add to wishlist The road that leads from the Mbius stripa common-sense-defying continuous loop with only one side and one edge, made famous by the illustrations of M. C. Eschergoes to some of the strangest spots imaginable. It takes us to a place where the purely intellectual enters our daily world: where our outraged senses, overloaded with grocery bills, the ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| SVS
16 view cover	Maths made easy 10. more books like this by Carol Vorderman add to wishlist This Key Stage 2 home-study workbook is designed to reinforce all aspects of children's school work. The exercises have been written in line with the National Curriculum requirements for maths, incorporating the latest developments in the implementation of the National Numeracy Strategy. Gold stickers are provided as a reward for the child to put ... see all copies from $2.53! new only from $3.82!
17 view cover	The Case of the Missing Zebra Stripes more books like this by Time-Life Books, Patricia Daniels (Editor), Neil Kagan (Editor) add to wishlist A collection of stories, poems, riddles, games, and hands-on activities focusing on the mathematical aspects of a trip to the zoo. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $5.00! \| first editions \| SVS
18 view cover	The Great Number Rumble: A Story of Math in Surprising Places more books like this by Cora Lee, Gillian O'Reilly, Viriginia Gray (Illustrator) add to wishlist An illustrated exploration of math and math concepts used in everyday life, including sports, bicycles and nature. This introduction to all types of arithmetic uses sidebars to explore chaos theory, new prime numbers, bios of mathematicians. see all copies from $8.75! new only from $8.75! \| SVS
19 view cover	Maths challenge more books like this by Tony Gardiner add to wishlist "Maths Challenge" has been written to provide an enrichment programme for able students at lower secondary level. Its: challenges provide stimulating questions to help students think more deeply about basic mathematical ideas; comments and solutions explain the mathematical ideas and provide tips on how to approach later questions; and a Glossary ... see all copies from $9.62! new only from $21.03!
20 view cover	Graphic Algebra more books like this by Kaye Stacey, John Dawsey, Gary Asp add to wishlist With engaging activities that students complete with graphing calculators or software, "Graphic Algebra" helps students develop new insights into algebra by providing easy-to-use lessons. (Education/Teaching) see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| SVS
21 view cover	Joyce, chaos, and complexity more books like this by Rice add to wishlist Thomas Rice compellingly argues that James Joyce's work resists postmodernist approaches of ambiguity: Joyce never abandoned his conviction that reality exists, regardless of the human ability to represent it. Placing Joyce in his cultural context, Rice first traces the influence of Euclidean and non-Euclidean geometries on "Dubliners" and "A ... see all copies from $14.95! new only from $32.98!
22 view cover	Math Homework more books like this by Scholastic Books (Editor) add to wishlist This full-color guide, packed with illustrations and examples, brings math concepts to life for students and parents. Each spread explains one math task--from rounding numbers to drawing congruent figures--that is likely to appear as homework in the second and third grades. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $2.50! \| first editions
23 view cover	Maths challenge. 3 more books like this by Tony Gardiner add to wishlist "Maths Challenge" has been written to provide an enrichment programme for able students at lower secondary level. Its: challenges provide stimulating questions to help students think more deeply about basic mathematical ideas; comments and solutions explain the mathematical ideas and provide tips on how to approach later questions; and a Glossary ... see all copies from $11.88! new only from $21.33!
24	Right in Your Own Backyard: Nature Math more books like this by Time Life Books, Elizabeth Ward (Editor), Neil Kagan (Editor) add to wishlist Stories, poems, activities, and games introduce readers to the rich array of math to be found in our own backyards. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| first editions
25	Getting Started in Problem Solving and Math Contests more books like this by Michael W Ecker add to wishlist Presents mathematical problem-solving skills useful for examinations and contests, including trial and error, searching for patterns, shortcuts, and changing perspective. see all copies from $1.99! first editions \| SVS

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