Go Figure: A Maths Journey Around a Deep Sea Adventure

Description

Go on a real-life maths journey to practise the core topics of number, geometry, statistics, ratio & proportion, algebra and measurement. Through data visualisation methods, including colourful diagrams, pictograms, illustrations, photographs and infographics, Go Figure! brings maths into the real world in an innovative, exciting and engaging visual way. It makes even the trickiest problem easier to understand and builds valuable confidence in maths! Find out how the maths you learn at school can help you go on an adventure deep under the sea! Maths challenges encourage you to use real data and fascinating facts to solve mathematical problems that will help you on your travels!

Hilary Koll (Author) Hilary Koll is a part-time Mathematics Co-ordinator and teacher of children in Berkshire Primary school. She works as a Lecturer in Mathematics Education at the University of Reading on undergraduate, post-graduate and in-service training courses. Steve Mills (Author) Steve Mills began his career as a primary school teacher before becoming a Lecturer in Mathematics education at the University of Reading, working with students in initial teacher training, and providing INSET for schools. He is now a full-time writer and consultant in mathematics education.

Understanding maths in real-life situations is a great way to help children understand maths, to show them the practical value and to enjoy it ... A brilliant way to engage pupils with maths, the book is presented in vivd colours, with missions to accomplish that can be solved by using a range of maths skills * Parents In Touch *