Math and Science Across Cultures

by Modesto Tamez and Maurice Bazin

Book Overview

Innovative, hands-on math and science activities of many cultures, from one of the world's foremost science museums. Too often, the study of science, math, and technology is limited to the major... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1565845412
• ISBN13: 9781565845411
• Release Date: February 2003
• Publisher: New Press
• Length: 196 Pages
• Weight: 1.23 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 8.5" x 11.2"

Customer Reviews

Also ideal for use in a homeschooling environment

Collaboratively compiled and written by Maurice Bazin, Modesto Tamez, and the Exploratorium Teacher Institute, Math And Science Across Cultures: Activities And Investigations From The Exploratorium is specifically designed to enable teachers and parents to make science and math both relevant and interesting to children through the use of hands-on activities drawn from different cultural traditions. While construction the Cuica (a Brazilian instrument used during Carnaval) students can investigate and learn about the science of sound. Through the use of "Sona" (Southwestern African sand drawings), students will re-enact ancient storytelling traditions the use complex, interwoven patterns which reflect basic mathematical principles. From counting like an Egyptian, to decoding like a Mayan, to drawing like a Tchwokee, Math And Science Across Cultures will entertainingly and informatively engage children in the discoveries, innovations, and creative explores of cultures from around the globe. Highly recommended as a traditional classroom curriculum supplement, Math And Science Across Cultures is also ideal for use in a homeschooling environment.