Mammoth Math: Everything You Need to Know About Numbers (DK David Macaulay How Things Work)
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Introducing an off-beat guide to math from award-winning author and illustrator David Macaulay.
Math is all around you…if you look closely enough! From computer games to bridges, shopping malls to game shows, mathematics truly is everywhere. David Macauley’s terrific troupe of curious mammoths will lead you through the basics of math, including numbers, calculation, geometry, measurement and so much more in this highly original guide to math for kids aged 8+.
In Mammoth Math, not only will you learn the essential principles of math, you’ll enjoy learning about them too! From start to finish, the mammoths are 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 numbers, measuring angles, creating a pie chart, solving equations, and much more.
Observing and recording the mammoths’ behavior is best-selling illustrator David Macaulay. Renowned for his ability to explain complex ideas with simple genius, Macaulay captures the oddball humor of his subject matter, making Mammoth Math the perfect introduction to math for young learners to love.
Discover math as you’ve never known it before, with:
– Fun-filled illustrations show Macaulay’s mammoths exploring mathematical ideas demonstrating key mathematical principles in unusual and amusing ways.
– An action-packed alternative to dry, unappealing math textbooks.
– Supporting panels contain diagrams and extra information to aid understanding.
– The book is divided into chapters, each focusing on a different branch of math
The ideal math book for all children aged 8+ as well as for reluctant math learners who don’t think math is for them, Mammoth Math includes a highly original and unique approach to the subject, with over 60 topics covered in total, including numbers geometry, measurement and operations. Encompassing all-new illustrations featuring Macaulay’s trademark mammoths, familiar to readers of The Way Things Work – a best-selling book of David Macaulay’s, which has sold over 3 million copies worldwide!
Join the math journey today! Solving the problem is only one mammoth ride away!
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Publisher : DK Children
Publication date : July 12, 2022
Language : English
Print length : 160 pages
ISBN-10 : 074405611X
ISBN-13 : 978-0744056112
Item Weight : 1.99 pounds
Reading age : 6 – 11 years, from customers
Dimensions : 8.75 x 0.68 x 11.13 inches
Grade level : 2 – 6
Best Sellers Rank: #21,341 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #93 in Children’s Math Books (Books)
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13 reviews for Mammoth Math: Everything You Need to Know About Numbers (DK David Macaulay How Things Work)
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Red Cat –
My son loves this book!!!
My 8 year old son loves this book. He loves math and this book presents math concepts in such a unique and fun way. He likes the drawings of the animals and gets a kick out of all the things they do, while learning all these neat math concepts. He knows a lot of them already, but it’s still fun to see it and in my opinion it reinforces why math is relevant and fun and not dry. I enjoy the book myself!I wish I had a book like that when I was a kid. It makes math applicable. I loved the way they describe ratios: they get two different colors of paint and use the ratio 3:1 to paint the mammoth purple. Since the mammoth is big they show how much of each paint it will take to paint him purple (so keeping the ratio fixed), and they even draw all the paint cans! It’s really great! At the end they use fractions to show how much of each paint is used out of the total # of cans used.Every page is creative in its own way. It goes over fractions, decimals, etc. My son enjoys reading it. He also has the science Mammoth book which is also amazingly clever. I wish I could give more stars.The book can appeal to kids of any age I think. Just like we give kids books before they can read, kids can look at this too before they know all these math concepts. I think it helps kids see that math is not scary but fun!
Mary M. –
Amazingly helpful book
Amazing book. Have a 9 yr old niece who struggles with math concepts and how to work problems. This is so cute so it will engage her and be a great reference for her. It covers so many things. If I could give it more than 5 stars I would. I also got a cute csi math workbook that has cute animals to work math problems
Cicy –
Math for Everyone!
Mammoth Math describes and exemplifies a variety of math concepts, including basics of numbers, operations, geometry, measurement, statistics and more. Learn math with mammoths and elephant shrews through written and illustrated concepts.It’s not everyday that an engaging math text makes an appearance, but Mammoth Math is an excellent and accurate resource. As a math teacher for over a decade, I have taught, both directly and indirectly, every concept within David Macaulay’s engaging book, and have discovered new methods to describe different mathematical concepts. Beginning with basic number sense and counting, Mammoth Math is engaging for readers of all ages.Beautiful illustrations embody the mathematical concepts, bringing them to life and providing background for those who are more visual learners. Each set of two pages describes a different concept, and topics flow smoothly from one to the next. Early concepts focus on the basics of number sense with counting and number operations. Moving next to fractions and decimals, and then organized by various branches of mathematics, the table of contents as well as the index in the rear of the book make individual concepts easy to find. For those who simply wish to read the story through, the concepts build and even reference previous or upcoming connected concepts by page number, giving a cohesiveness to the book.This accurate, simple and engaging informational book belongs on the shelf of all parents, math teachers and librarians. There is something for everyone in Mammoth Math. Highly recommended.
Amarfa –
Silly and fun
this book is so silly and it helps us be happy about math. the illustrations are ruch with detail and there are fun little scenarios hidden in each page. so adorable!
Ursie –
Top math concepts book!
Absolutely fabulous book! Leave it hanging around for kids ( and adults) to explore. Fun drawings and great descriptions of math concepts. Would be great for homeschooling math add on—do one page a day as a review, either overview or in depth with physical things for kids to manipulate.
Elizabeth Herman –
We love the book
Great book math explained in a way that helped the kids
Paul –
A Reference Book for Middle School
Explained concepts in a fun manner
Itchy and Scratchy –
As advertised.
As advertised.
C N Barrett –
difficulty pitched at a good level. 6 year old finds it interesting but not so difficult as to be off putting
David Wills –
My children really like this book. I think the author needs some kind of superhero medal!
Amazon カスタマー –
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Corina –
Very interesting, learned some facts on my own 🙂
Lulu Wang –
Highly recommend