Applying the Big Ideas Simply Explained series' trademark combination of authoritative, accessible text and bold graphics to chart the development of math through history, The Math Book explores and explains subjects ranging from ancient mathematical ideas and inventions, such as prehistoric tally bones and Sumerian multiplication tables, through the developments in mathematics during medieval …
In this much-anticipated book from acclaimed blogger Vicki Davis (Cool Cat Teacher), you'll learn the key shifts in writing instruction necessary to move students forward in today's world. Vicki describes how the elements of traditional writing are being reinvented with cloud-based tools. Instead of paper, note taking, filing cabinets, word processors, and group reports, we now have tools like …
Tommy wants to play with Kitten. He'll have to find her first!
Lately it seems that all Marcus hears about his neighborhood is bad news. So he's not happy when he has to walk through the streets alone to get a haircut. And sure enough, by the time he reaches Mr. Jackson's barbershop, he's seen some sad things. He's even been knocked down. But Mr. Jackson and the other people in the shop view the neighborhood differently. After Marcus has heard what these w…
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