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1	Mathematician Reads the Newspaper more books like this by John Allen Paulos add to wishlist Paulos takes the reader through the pages of an imaginary newspaper and explains the mathematics of politics, sports, greed, sex, and relationships. The book clarifies such concepts as probability and randomness in order to show the fallacies behind many stories on crime, health risks, and other social obsessions. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $4.84! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
2	Innumeracy: Mathematical Illiteracy and Its Consequences more books like this by John Allen Paulos add to wishlist In this book, Paulos argues that our inability to deal rationally with very large numbers results in misinformed governmental policies, confused personal decisions and an increased susceptibility to pseudo-sciences of all kinds. The discussion is illustrated with many quirky stories and anecdotes. see all copies from $2.43! new only from $3.92! \| first editions \| SVS
3	Teaching Number: Advancing Children's Skills and Strategies more books like this by Mr. Robert J Wright, Jim Martland, Ann K Stafford add to wishlist 'As a classroom teacher, I found the stages and instructional strategies very helpful in identifying students' progress along mathematical development levels' - Teaching Children Mathematics 'I have tried many of the suggestions and teaching procedures and seen short and long-term success, both with individuals and groups. It will be a valuable ... see all copies from $34.73! new only from $40.95! \| SVS
4	Numbers : the universal language more books like this by Denis Guedj add to wishlist This volume describes, in words and with artworks, the basic principles of numbers - arithmetic, whole numbers, natural numbers and the concepts of zero and infinity. It examines: how old numbers are and how they were developed; who invented algebra, geometry and calculus; how these ideas affect our daily lives; and the ways in which numbers have ... see all copies from $3.68! new only from $9.99! \| first editions
5	How to Pass Advanced Numeracy Tests: Improve Your Scores in Numerical Reasoning and Data Interpretation Psychometric Tests; Advanced Level more books like this by Mike Bryon add to wishlist "A wealth of relevant practice questions and detailed explanations to help candidates prepare" - "Sunday Citizen". Numerical psychometric tests, used as part of an employer's selection procedure, represent a considerable challenge to many candidates. You have to be at your very best if you are to succeed and only practice can ensure you perform to ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $11.60! \| SVS
6	Why Numbers Count: Quantitative Literacy for Tomorrow's America more books like this by Lynn Arthur Steen add to wishlist This authoritative, broad-based study makes the case that "innumeracy"--math illiteracy--is rapidly becoming an active agent of disenfranchisement. The College Board asked math professionals what can be done about innumeracy, and their answers make exhilarating and sobering reading. This timely, thought-provoking book is sure to generate extensive ... see all copies from $8.18! new only from $99.00!
7	A Calculating People: The Spread of Numeracy in Early America more books like this by Patricia Cline Cohen add to wishlist An entertaining and informative history of the birth of the American passion for numbers, tracing the history of numeracy from its origins in the Enlightenment to its flowering in mid-nineteenth century America. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $25.00! \| first editions
8	Numbers Guide: The Essentials of Business Numeracy more books like this by Richard Stutely add to wishlist A complete guide to understanding and using numerical techniques for business success, this book helps readers grasp key numerical methods, as well as apply them simply and effectively. Packed with sample calculations, clear explanations, and numerous charts and graphs, this invaluable resource covers key concepts, finance and investments, ... see all copies from $7.41! new only from $13.24! \| first editions \| SVS
9	The Cradle of Culture and What Children Know about Writing and Numbers Before Being more books like this by Liliana Tolchinsky add to wishlist This book provides a description of pre-literate children's developing ideas about writing and numerals, and it illustrates the many ways in which cultural artifacts influence the mind and vice versa. Remarkably, children treat writing and numerals as distinct even before they have received any formal training on the topic, and well before they ... see all copies from $28.56! new only from $42.95!
10	Early Numeracy: Assessment for Teaching and Intervention more books like this by Mr. Robert J Wright, Ann K Stafford, Jim Martland add to wishlist 'Unlike many books based on research work this book doesn't just let teachers know what is going wrong with children's learning it actually gives some practical advice about what to do next. The whole book is based upon extensive observation and recording of individual children and their difficulties with mathematics. These children are the most ... see all copies from $38.95! new only from $38.95! \| SVS
11 view cover	Ecological Numeracy: Quantitative Analysis of Environmental Issues more books like this by Robert A Herendeen, Zoe Francesca add to wishlist Most environmental problems require skill in quantifying complex concepts such as energy use, waste generation, pollution production, contaminant loading, and the economic costs or benefits of regulatory action. This book is an introduction to the quantitative analysis of environmental problems, written for a broad range of environmental ... see all copies from $44.16! new only from $49.99! \| SVS
12 view cover	Test Your Numerical Aptitude: How to Assess Your Numeracy Skills and Plan Your Career more books like this by Jim Barrett add to wishlist "Test Your Numerical Aptitude" will allow those who are uncertain of their numerical ability to build their confidence, slowly and surely, until they are ready to tackle any kind of numerical test. For those who already have some numerical skills, this book will provide a chance to brush up on your knowledge, and to identify further levels of ... see all copies from $8.59! new only from $8.98! \| SVS
13 view cover	Key stage 2, numeracy activity book year 4 more books like this by Peter Patilla, Paul Broadbent add to wishlist This title is a Key Stage two numeracy activity and practice book for Year four providing practice in numeracy skills and including a whole range of differentiated activities for the daily lesson. see all copies from $9.04! new only from $9.04!
14 view cover	Help Your Child with Numeracy Ages 7-11 more books like this by Rosemary Russell, BSC add to wishlist This is a colourful and easy-to-follow guide on numeracy for parents of children aged 7-11 that will demystify what children are being taught in school.Maths is good for you! Research has shown that: numeracy exercises are very good for the brain; in the long term, numeracy helps employment prospects, and Maths qualifications can lead to more ... see all copies from $15.08! new only from $15.08!
15 view cover	The Numeracy Test Workbook more books like this by Mike Bryon add to wishlist This new book provides essential preparation for those faced with numerical psychometric tests. Designed as a companion to the highly successful "How to Pass Numeracy Tests", it contains even more practice material and realistic timed mock tests. In order to provide even more support for a prospective candidate, there are detailed explanations of ... see all copies from $7.98! new only from $12.04! \| SVS
16 view cover	Navigating Numeracies: Home/School Numeracy Practices more books like this by Brain Street, Dave Baker, Alison Tomlin add to wishlist The book aims to further understanding of why some pupils have low achievement in numeracy in the school context. The authors aim to achieve this by a relatively original view that focuses on numeracy as a social practice. They report on their investigations into the meanings and uses of numeracy in school and home and community contexts, using ... see all copies from $89.24! new only from $118.03! \| SVS
17 view cover	The Economist Guide to Business Numeracy more books like this by Ltd Staff Economist Books, Richard Stutely add to wishlist This book points out numerical errors common in business and shows business people how to work with numbers to plan, forecast, and monitor their businesses. Revealing just what is behind the numbers, it demonstrates how to use numerical techniques to solve everyday business problems--everything from calculating percentages and interest to ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $8.24!
18 view cover	Place Value more books like this by Penny Dowdy add to wishlist The number system children will use throughout their lives is based on a place-value system. Understanding the place value system is a foundation to all operations as children progress in mathematics education. see all copies from $4.26! new only from $4.26! \| SVS
19 view cover	Navigating Numeracies: Home/School Numeracy Practices more books like this by Brian Street, Dave Baker, Alison Tomlin add to wishlist The book aims to further understand why some pupils have low achievement in numeracy in the school context. The authors aim to achieve this by a relatively original view that focuses on numeracy as a social practice. They report on their investigations into the meanings and uses of numeracy in school and home and community contexts, using ... see all copies from $41.67! new only from $41.67! \| SVS
20	Social Context Literacy PB more books like this by Kenneth Levine add to wishlist Using interviews with adults and tutors in a Midland literacy scheme, Levine examines the problems of the sub-literate minority in an industrialised society against a background of the discriminatory hiring policies of large employers. see all copies from $2.94! new only from $36.00!
21 view cover	Thirty-Three Ways to Help with Numeracy more books like this by Brian Sharp add to wishlist "Thirty Three Ways to Help with Numeracy" equips teachers and teaching assistants with a wide range of practical resources to help children who are having difficulties learning the basic skills of numeracy. By providing a range of activities and games which engage children and encourage motivation in the classroom, this book provides ready-to-use ... see all copies from $31.96! new only from $31.96! \| SVS
22 view cover	Numbers on the Street more books like this by Jennifer Roy, Gregory Roy add to wishlist see all copies from $6.30! new only from $6.30! \| SVS
23 view cover	Problem Solving, Reasoning and Numeracy in the Early Years Foundation Stage more books like this by M Hughes Anita, Anita M Hughes add to wishlist "The Practical Guidance in the Early Years Foundation Stage" series will assist practitioners in the smooth and successful implementation of the Early Years Foundation Stage. Each book gives clear and detailed explanations of each aspect of Learning and Development and encourages readers to consider each area within its broadest context to expand ... see all copies from $27.31! new only from $27.31!
24	Assisting numeracy : a handbook for classroom assistants more books like this by Ruth Aplin, National Numeracy Project (Great Britain), Tower Hamlets (England) add to wishlist see all copies from $32.78! new only from $38.35!
25 view cover	Mathematics and Democracy: The Case for Quantitative Literacy more books like this by National Council on Education and the Disciplines add to wishlist see all copies from $8.25! new only from $67.40!

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