How to be a Maths Whizz

Hardback

Main Details

Title How to be a Maths Whizz
Authors and Contributors      By (author) DK
SeriesCareers for Kids
Physical Properties
Format:Hardback
Pages:144
Dimensions(mm): Height 284,Width 224
ISBN/Barcode 9780241405642
ClassificationsDewey:510
Audience
Children / Juvenile
Primary & Secondary Education

Publishing Details

Publisher Dorling Kindersley Ltd
Imprint DK Children
Publication Date 7 May 2020
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

Bring maths to life as you discover the skills to becoming an expert mathematician in this exciting maths activity book for kids. With more than 30 activities and crafts that children can play their way through, this kids' book takes the fear away from maths. Children will find out that being a mathematician isn't just about scrawling numbers on a dusty chalkboard - it is part of our everyday lives! How to be a Maths Whizz will teach kids to think like maths pros as they ask mathematical questions and get hands-on with key maths concepts. From calculation and place value, to time, shapes, and measurements, core curriculum maths topics are covered in creative and engaging ways. This book invites you to investigate maths in a playful and hands-on way, using things from around your home- find out about 3D shapes by designing and building your own city, learn about measurement by growing your own plant, and uncover the mystery of coordinates through drawing your own treasure map. If you like solving problems, making things, and learning facts, then this is the book for you, mathematician!

Author Biography

Dr Anne-Marie Imafidon MBE is a STEM ambassador and former maths prodigy. At 11 she became the youngest girl ever to gain an A Level in computing, and at 20 she graduated with a Masters degree in Mathematics and Computer Science from Oxford University. She went on to found STEMettes, an organization aimed at getting girls into STEM careers that has worked with more than 40,000 young people across Europe.