Math-Terpieces: The Art of Problem-Solving -- Greg Tang

NEW YORK TIMES bestselling author Greg Tang challenges kids to solve problems creatively while introducing art history.<p></p>In his most ground-breaking book since THE BEST OF TIMES (Fall 2002), Greg Tang underscores the importance of four basic rules in problem-solving. Keeping an open mind, looking for unusual number combinations, using multiple skills (like subtracting to add) and looking for patterns, will guarantee any child success in math. In MATH-TERPIECES, Tang continues to challenge kids with his innovative approach to math, and uses art history to expand his vision for creative problem-solving.<br><br><b>Author:</b> Greg Tang<br><b>Publisher:</b> Scholastic Press<br><b>Published:</b> 07/01/2003<br><b>Pages:</b> 32<br><b>Binding Type:</b> Hardcover<br><b>Weight:</b> 0.87lbs<br><b>Size:</b> 10.24h x 9.28w x 0.36d<br><b>ISBN:</b> 9780439443883<br><b>Audience:</b> Ages 9-12<br><br><b>Accelerated Reader:</b><br><b>Reading Level:</b> 3.5<br><b>Point Value:</b> 0.5<br><b>Interest Level:</b> Middle Grade<br><b>Quiz #/Name: </b>70136 / Math-Terpieces: The Art of Problem-Solving<br><br><br><b>Review Citation(s): </b><br><i>Kirkus Review - Children</i> 06/01/2003 pg. 811<br><i>Booklist</i> 07/01/2003 pg. 1888<br><i>PW Notes and Reprints</i> 07/28/2003 pg. 98<br><i>School Library Journal</i> 08/01/2003 pg. 153<br><i>Hornbook Guide to Children</i> 07/01/2003 pg. 143 - Below Average, With Minor Flaw<br><i>Hornbook Guide to Children</i> 01/01/2004 pg. 143 - Below Average, With