The Mathematics of Oz
The Mathematics of Oz

Author: Clifford A. Pickover

Publisher: Cambridge University Press

Published: 2002-09-02

Total Pages: 374

ISBN-13: 9780521016780

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Grab a pencil. Relax. Then take off on a mind-boggling journey to the ultimate frontier of math, mind, and meaning as acclaimed author Dr Clifford Pickover, Dorothy, and Dr Oz explore some of the oddest and quirkiest highways and byways of the numerically obsessed. Prepare yourself for a shattering odyssey as The Mathematics of Oz unlocks the doors of your imagination. The thought-provoking mysteries, puzzles, and problems range from zebra numbers and circular primes to Legion's number - a number so big that it makes a trillion pale in comparison. The strange mazes, bizarre consequences, and dizzying arrays of logic problems will entertain people at all levels of mathematical sophistication. With numerous illustrations, this is an original, fun-filled, and thoroughly unique introduction to numbers and their role in creativity, computers, games, practical research, and absurd adventures that teeter on the edge of logic and insanity. The Mathematics of Oz will have you squirming in frustration and begging for more.

Visitors from Oz
Visitors from Oz

Author: Martin Gardner

Publisher: Saint Martin's Griffin

Published: 2000-01-01

Total Pages: 189

ISBN-13: 9780312254377

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In a whimsical sequel to the Oz adventures, Dorothy, the Scarecrow, and the Tin Woodman return to Earth, only to be confronted with dangerous New York City gangsters who attempt to abduct Dorothy to prove she is an imposter.

Miracle Math
Miracle Math

Author: Harry Lorayne

Publisher: Barnes & Noble Publishing

Published: 1992

Total Pages: 264

ISBN-13: 9780880298766

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Presents mathematical shortcut and "how to develop a calculator in your head."

Oz Reimagined
Oz Reimagined

Author: John Joseph Adams

Publisher: 47north

Published: 2013

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781611099041

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When L. Frank Baum introduced Dorothy and friends to the American public in 1900, The Wonderful Wizard of Oz became an instant, bestselling hit. Today the whimsical tale remains a cultural phenomenon that continues to spawn wildly popular books, movies, and musicals. Now, editors John Joseph Adams and Douglas Cohen have brought together leading fantasy writers such as Orson Scott Card and Jane Yolen to create the ultimate anthology for Oz fans.

Active Learning in the Mathematics Classroom, Grades 5-8
Active Learning in the Mathematics Classroom, Grades 5-8

Author: Hope Martin

Publisher: Corwin Press

Published: 2007-02-26

Total Pages: 209

ISBN-13: 1412949785

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Deepen students' understanding of math concepts through active involvement! Engaging students directly in creative learning experiences is the basis of author Hope Martin's approach for re-energizing mathematics instruction. Active Learning in the Mathematics Classroom, Grades 5-8, Second Edition offers attention-grabbers such as Algebra Jokes, The M&M Mystery, How Long Would It Take to Walk to China?, and Gummi Worms to help students use mathematics as a powerful problem-solving tool, gain meaningful understandings of key concepts, and effectively communicate their mathematical thinking. Presenting a generous collection of student activities aligned with the five NCTM content standards, this revised edition of Multiple Intelligences in the Mathematics Classroom features A new chapter addressing algebra conceptsReproducible student pages for each activity Journaling questions to engage students in writing about mathematics Specific Web site resourcesWith step-by-step directions, suggestions, tips, and variations for implementation, this updated text provides a rich instructional resource for teachers, mathematics specialists, and curriculum directors.