Book Mathematical Journeys: math ideas & the secrets they hold
MATHEMATICAL JOURNEYS—a unique book of math ideas for teachers, homeschoolers, and anyone who wants to learn about the world of mathematics.
Are you a teacher, parent, homeschooler, or just plain curious or perplexed by mathematics, if so Mathematical Journeys will open new vistas into why math is so important and essential in our lives while expanding your knowledge of math. Pappas’ new book focuses on looking at math ideas not often covered in the traditional classroom…showing us that math is more than knowing how to add, subtract or solve equations. Explore such ideas as Discovering the golds of mathematics or Delving into non-Euclidean geometries. Pappas’ design and writing style makes us wanting to learn more about math.
Have you ever wondered what mathematics has to do with your life? Mathematical Journeys explains and illustrates some of the secrets that math holds and how, when and where its ideas evolved and are headed. Whether it’s delving into Fibonacci numbers or following the path of a point along a rotating wheel, the mathematics behind these ideas touches many aspects of our lives. Mathematical Journeys explores and explains how.
Mathematical Journeys is designed for teachers, homeschoolers, distance learning, and anyone seeking to get a feeling for what mathematics is all about.
Pick up a copy. Be prepared to stimulate the left side of the brain while tantalizing the right side. Whether you are an internet learner or like printed books, Mathematical Journeys will let you explore and enjoy math from both sides.