Arcadia Public Library

Introduces young readers to the various jobs in the field of mathematics, including computer programmers, statisticians, and more.

"What do M&Ms have to do with geometry? What about probability and birthdays? In this engaging title presented by Scientific American, readers explore several math concepts through experiments and activities that fit right into the middle school STEM curriculum. Each project guides readers through gathering materials, set up, and execution of the project, as well as invites them to ask questions along the way to enhance understanding. Each project...

"Not even a gigantic tape measure could capture the height of the tallest buildings in the world, so how do we know this information? Readers learn the answer to this question and more through fascinating photos and intriguing facts that introduce them to the units of height. Imperial and metric measurements are provided to guide readers as they learn about calculating altitude and estimating height. With real-world examples and problems to solve,...

"Time is measured in a variety of units, including seconds, hours, days, weeks, and decades. This practice began with the sundials of ancient Egypt, but we still use clocks and calendars today to keep track of our time. This volume guides readers through measuring time, figuring out time zones, and learning about classic and modern timepieces. Through a fun activity and introductions to some famous scientists, readers will gain a better understanding...

"Temperature can determine a multitude of things, such as if someone has a fever or if your dinner is fully cooked. Readers will learn many aspects of measuring temperature, including using a thermometer and navigating the two most common scales, Celsius and Fahrenheit. Key math concepts are made understandable through hands-on activities, problems to solve, and engaging graphics" --

Volume, the amount of space that a substance or object occupies, is an important math concept for readers to grasp. This book guides readers to learn the simple formula for finding volume. The information provided is accompanied by vibrant photographs and engaging illustrations. Readers learn about shapes--both regular and irregular--as they solve for exact volumes or estimates. Student comprehension is reinforced with a hands-on activity that allows...

"Does the math portion of the GMAT or GRE fill you with anxiety? We're here to help! Whether you've always struggled with math or it's been years (maybe decades!) since your last class, this book contains the keys to confidently approaching the math on your exam. With comprehensive chapters and expert guidance, 'GMAT & GRE Math Made Easy' demystifies the principles behind the most important mathematical concepts on the tests"--

When Juan finds math hard, he feels embarrassed and acts out in class, but he feels better after seeking help and learning others struggle with it as well.

"250 Math concepts every student should know."--Cover "Features: 250 important terms, concepts, and fun facts; Adheres to national and state standards in mathematics for Texas, California, New York, Florida, and Illinois; Two challenging questions on one side of each page, with the answers and explanations on the other side. Each section has two bonus questions to engage the reader further"--

As she adds up the items in the collections that some of her classmates bring to school, Kate tries to come up with a collection of her own that has enough items for her to share.