Introducing “Zot”: a fictional world full of monsters who need your help! As students wander the cities of Zot and meet monster characters, they will be tasked with solving math problems to help the monsters of Zot. Creative, kid-friendly, and full of rich visuals, the book introduces concepts such as comparing, addition, subtraction, and basic division, among others. Stickers are included for more fun, and a page at the front gives instructions to the adult working with the student. Worksheets can be completed independently or with an adult. 56 pgs, pb.
Become a Monster at Mathematics (Mad for Math)
SKU
034961
ISBN
9781684810451
Grade 1-3
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Product Overview
- Creative and kid-friendly books introduce students to the world of Zot, where they encounter goofy monsters and problems to solve for them
- The city and characters of Zot introduce basic mathematical concepts including sequencing, addition and subtraction, and comparing, among others
- Kids complete tasks such as dividing toppings evenly for monster desserts or solving logical puzzles to get the right medicine to the right sick monster
- Stickers included in the back make the process even more fun and offer fine motor practice too!
Description
Publisher's Description of Become a Monster at Mathematics (Mad for Math)
Introducing Mad for Math, a new series of cool math workbooks filled with math activities, math puzzles, and fun math games for your future math genius (8 pages with stickers)
Learn cool math with monsters! Mad for Math: How to Become a Monster at Mathematics is packed
with math games for kids. Solve math puzzles with the silly problem
solving monsters of Planet Zot. This is going to be challenging—but fun!
Kids learn that math does not have to be scary, it can be a cool
experience.
Mad for Math, math for kids books offer children math activities, math puzzles, and fun math games. Help your kid become a math genius with Mad for Math. Presented in an engaging and motivating way through storytelling, Mad for Math
children’s books help foster a positive attitude towards mathematics.
Each chapter is introduced by a short story that stimulates your child’s
curiosity by linking mathematical exercises to a “reality”, albeit
imagined. Various mathematical concepts in the book are presented in a
colorful, gradual, and intuitive way through cool math puzzles and fun
math games.
Mad for Math books are designed to delight:
- A perfect gift for children ages 7-8
- Packed with stories, stickers, and math activities that make learning math fun
- Designed to introduce mathematical concepts through cool math puzzles
Category Description for Mad for Math
Aptly self-described as “so much fun kids don’t realize
they’re learning,” these math books are full of creative characters and rich
settings. From escaping mazes to rescuing sea animals, books present storylines
that students participate in by solving problems for the characters. As
students engage in the story, they also engage in practicing multiplication,
geometry, logical puzzles, and more. Building a positive attitude around math,
these books would be a great resource for younger students struggling with math
concepts or students who are visual learners.
Details
| Product Format: | Paperback |
|---|---|
| Grades: | 1-3 |
| Brand: | Dragonfruit |
| ISBN: | 9781684810451 |
| Length in Inches: | 11.75 |
| Width in Inches: | 8.375 |
| Height in Inches: | 0.3125 |
| Weight in Pounds: | 0.85 |
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