Albert Einstein once said, Pure mathematics is, in its way, the poetry of logical ideas. While readers may see math as an isolated discipline, in reality, it is at the core of many social, economic, and physical realms of society. This title offers explanatory text that helps readers understand key mathematical concepts such as the importance of p values in statistical analysis. It also reveals how math can be used in unexpected ways, including to combat gerrymandering. Complete with an exploration of theoretical issues in mathematics, this intriguing title will help readers see how math is crucial to our understanding of the world.

Mathematics is all around us. It is the universal language that allows us to work with numbers, patterns, processes, and the rules that govern the entire universe. Math enables us to understand our surroundings and model and predict phenomena. This insightful and comprehensive volume answers a series of compelling mathematical and life-related questions in an entertaining and informative way, showing inquisitive readers how math is the basis for just about everything they experience in their daily lives.

The number of women in the science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) industry has grown considerably in recent decades, but for many years there were far fewer opportunities for women in the field, and the accomplishments of women in science were often underappreciated or even ignored. This volume looks at the many contributions women have made in various scientific fields both in the past and the present. These women have changed the course of various scientific fields—astronomy, mathematics, chemistry, medicine, and everything in between. Through the articles presented in this title, readers will gain a better understanding of the essential role women have played in science throughout history.

Early learners are introduced to the skill of adding things together in order to get a final sum. Through the relatable and accessible narrative, this essential math curriculum topic is explained thoroughly and in a way that is easily understandable for young readers. Vibrant, full-color photographs of examples of adding are included to help enhance readers' understanding of this concept. With each turn of the page, readers will be able to practice their math skills and enjoy seeing fun examples of adding in everyday life.

Young readers will have fun counting with this engaging and educational look at this basic math concept. Through the simple and accessible narrative, early learners strengthen their knowledge of math and are able to practice their reading skills at the same time. Helpful examples are provided to allow readers to count what they see on each page on their own or with the help of an adult. Bright and charming full-color photographs will captivate young readers and encourage them to take part in this essential elementary math exercise.

Young readers are introduced to the concept of money with this informative book that is closely aligned to elementary math curriculum topics. Through vibrant, full-color photographs and simple language, early learners are given examples of various kinds of money, such as coins and bills. Readers are presented with various ways to arrive at the same amount of money, such as making one dollar using only dimes, quarters, or pennies. Readers are able to strengthen both their math skills and their vocabulary skills through this multidisciplinary learning experience.

Early learners are introduced to all different kinds of shapes with this charming, relatable look at geometry. The simple language used is accessible for beginning readers and helps clearly translate these basic math concepts. Readers are encouraged to identify circles, squares, triangles, and other shapes while they observe their everyday surroundings. Shapes of various sizes are displayed in vibrant full-color photographs, grabbing the attention of young readers and sparking their interest in math and how it can be applied in the world.

Multiplying and dividing might sound difficult—but this fun book aims to teach kids otherwise! In this colorful volume, students will learn about the basics of these mathematical operations through simple games and activities. Tips and questions will help them consider different aspects of math principles, while bright pictures make it easy to follow along through each fun activity.

Several kinds of bears live on Earth, from the “small” black bear to the enormous Kodiak bear. All bears have some things in common, but they also have key differences, which are highlighted in the manageable text. Readers will also practice comparison skills on each spread by answering basic mathematical questions.

Young readers will expand their knowledge about all the ways in which to measure things. This age-appropriate volume covers the basic units of measurement in terms of length, weight, and time. It explores the different kinds of measurement systems, which vary depending on what country you live in. Full-color photographs throughout this book provide useful examples of real-world measurements and tools used in measuring. Achievable text allows readers to explore this essential math concept for themselves or with the help of an adult.

Through age-appropriate and accessible text, beginning readers learn the essential math concept of subtraction. This basic math curriculum topic can sometimes be difficult for early learners to understand at first, but this volume makes it easy by using simple language and relatable examples. Full-color photographs highlight these examples to give beginning readers an idea of how to use subtraction skills in their everyday lives. Young learners will have a fun time practicing subtraction while strengthening their overall math knowledge, reading comprehension skills, and vocabulary.

Discovering the obvious and hidden shapes in the world around us is a great way to strengthen concepts of geometry. This motivating volume points out the shapes of common and interesting objects. Readers will be inspired by accessible text and colorful photographs to apply their understanding of shapes' attributes to their own surroundings, reinforcing fundamental mathematic ideas and well as critical elementary-level vocabulary.

Discovering the obvious and hidden shapes in the world around us is a great way to strengthen concepts of geometry. This motivating volume points out the shapes of common and interesting objects. Readers will be inspired by accessible text and colorful photographs to apply their understanding of shapes' attributes to their own surroundings, reinforcing fundamental mathematic ideas and well as critical elementary-level vocabulary.

Discovering the obvious and hidden shapes in the world around us is a great way to strengthen concepts of geometry. This motivating volume points out the shapes of common and interesting objects. Readers will be inspired by accessible text and colorful photographs to apply their understanding of shapes' attributes to their own surroundings, reinforcing fundamental mathematic ideas and well as critical elementary-level vocabulary.