Basher Science: Algebra and Geometry: Anything but square!

By Simon Basher and Dan Green

Book Overview

Can you figure out what algebra's all about? Do you know what's key to geometry? There's so much mathematical knowledge to discover with the fact-packed Basher Science: Algebra and Geometry.

This compelling guide introduces a community of characters who make mathematics interesting. Meet Polygon and Plane, Reflection and Rotation, Odd Number and his buddy Even Number and the three pals Sine, Cosine and Tangent. Discover the secrets of their world

Perfect for home and school, this highly original book makes difficult concepts tangible and understandable. Chatty first-person text by Dan Green and stylish, vibrant character illustrations by Simon Basher give a voice, personality and story to each topic - an accessible way to communicate mathematical concepts.

There's even more to learn with the exciting Basher Science series, including: Planet Earth, Engineering, Human Body, and Technology.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0753465973
• ISBN13: 9780753465974
• Release Date: June 2011
• Publisher: Roaring Brook Press
• Length: 128 Pages
• Weight: 2.31 lbs.
• Dimensions: 7.0" x 0.3" x 7.0"
• Age Range: 10 to 14 years
• Grade Range: Grades 5 to 9

Customer Reviews

Great explanation of numbers!

My number blocks loving 1st grader loved this book. He loved the personification of the numbers and really caught on to the concepts.