Game of Nim and Graph Theory: Fun, Hands-On Activities for Learning Math Contributor(s): Rapoport, Rebecca (Author), Yoder, J. A. (Author) |
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ISBN: 1631594532 ISBN-13: 9781631594533 Publisher: Quarto Publishing Group USA OUR PRICE: $26.59 Product Type: Library Binding Published: August 2018 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Juvenile Nonfiction | Mathematics - Geometry - Juvenile Nonfiction | Games & Activities - General - Juvenile Nonfiction | Concepts - Counting & Numbers |
Dewey: 511.5 |
Lexile Measure: 920 |
Series: Math Lab for Kids |
Physical Information: 0.3" H x 8.4" W x 8.6" (0.60 lbs) 32 pages |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: Math Lab for Kids proves that math is more than just numbers--the hands-on activities in this book make learning math fun With Game of Nim and Graph Theory, kids learn winning strategies for Nim, a game first played in China more than 1,000 years ago, and explore the famous Bridges of K nigsberg problem that spawned an entire field of mathematics. No expensive supplies are required Everything needed to complete the activities are included or can be found around the house. Math Lab for Kids: Game of Nim and Graph Theory will give kids a great experience and a solid foundation in a subject that's more important than ever. |
Contributor Bio(s): Yoder, J. A.: - J.A. Yoder is an educator and engineer with the philosophy that hands-on creative work is both the most fun and the most effective way to learn. Rapoport, Rebecca: -Rebecca Rapoport holds degrees in mathematics from Harvard and Michigan State. She is known as an innovator of new methods to introduce children to the critically important world of STEM education. |