Equipped with this handy, updated reference of more than 400 full-color, illustrated definitions, children will be able to quickly find the definitions and illustrated examples that will enable them to solve many of the math challenges they face. Covering everything from "addend" to "zero," the fourth edition of the best-selling Math Dictionary for Kids gives students in grades 49 definitions, illustrations, and examples that can help them solve math problems. This handbook includes illustrated, concise explanations of the most common terms used in general math classes, categorized by subjects that include measurement, algebra, geometry, fractions and decimals, statistics and probability, and problem solving. This newly updated edition also discusses how students can use manipulatives and basic math tools to improve their understanding and includes handy measurement conversion tables. Each term has a concise definition and an example or illustration. This is a guide that needs to be in every child's desk.
Editorial Reviews
From School Library Journal
Gr 4–8—Divided into seven main chapters for topics such as "Measurement," "Algebraic Ideas," "Geometry," and "Problem Solving" in addition to chapters dedicated to reference guides, manipulatives, and formulas to name a few, this text is a strong guide for school and public libraries. Listed alphabetically within each chapter, mathematical concepts are presented with straightforward explanations accompanied by color images and examples when necessary. This edition includes more than 40 new entries—a combination of new words with their definitions that are related to (and perhaps more familiar than) those previously defined. The inclusion of more simple terms and concepts such as equal, fewer, and greater makes this guide appropriate for younger students as well. A lengthy "Quick Reference Guide: Problem Solving Step by Step" details a variety of ways to solve word problems and encourages students to discover individualized approaches. A "Common Core State Standards Alignment" spread explains the standards for grades four through eight. While illustrations sometimes make use of fun objects like ice-cream cones, cars, or pieces of candy, the images won't deter older students. Concepts such as those presented in the "Measurement Conversion Tables" chapter make this offering relevant for studies other than just math. VERDICT A useful offering for STEM collections.—Meaghan Darling, Long Hill Township Public Library, Gillette, NJReview
"This text is a strong guide for school and public libraries. Mathematical concepts are presented with straightforward explanations accompanied by color images and examples when necessary. A useful offering for STEM collections." - School Library JournalAbout the Author
Theresa R. Fitzgerald has been a fourth-grade teacher with the Linden Community Schools since 1992. Theresa's love of math and interest in helping children understand its concepts led to the development of the best-selling Math Dictionary for Kids.Product details
- Publisher : Prufrock Press; 4th edition (July 1, 2014)
- Language : English
- Paperback : 175 pages
- ISBN-10 : 1618211676
- ISBN-13 : 978-1618211675
- Reading age : 7 - 11 years, from customers
- Grade level : 4 - 9
- Item Weight : 1.1 pounds
- Dimensions : 7 x 0.75 x 9 inches