Hundreds of mathematical events, jokes, riddles, puzzles, investigations and experiments showing maths is relevant and fun.
The I Hate Mathematics Book
Mathematics is often thought of as the coldest expression of pure reason. But few subjects provoke hotter emotions--and inspire more love and hatred--than mathematics. And although math is frequently idealized...
Text, illustrations, and suggested activities offer a common-sense approach to mathematic fundamentals for those who are slightly terrified of numbers.
Events, gags, magic tricks, and experiments to change one from a mathematical weakling into a mathematical heavyweight.
150 pages of 4x4 graph paper for math classes primary through college.
Humorously Uncovers the Reasons Behind Math's Dreadful Reputation and Shows us How we Can Help Prevent Our Own Children From Adopting Similar Phobic Attitudes
Events, gags, magic tricks, and experiments to change one from a mathematical weakling into a mathematical heavyweight.
Well, the normal curve (also called a bell-shaped curve, or bell curve) is a visual representation of a distribution of scores that has three characteristics. Each of these characteristics is illustrated in Figure 8.1.
A discussion of fundamental mathematical principles from algebra to elementary calculus designed to promote constructive mathematical reasoning.
Concise volume for general students by prominent philosopher and mathematician explains what math is and does, and how mathematicians do it. "Lucid and cogent ... should delight you." — The New York Times. 1911 edition.