In a book for those who dislike mathematics, an alien explains the many areas in which math is used, including baking, music, navigation, and measurements.

"This book presents a series of goofy questions that will help kids understand various mind-boggling math concepts."--

"It's hide and seek with a twist! This first book of patterns is a playful way to introduce math in your home or classroom - with laughter, delight, and surprises!"--

Illustrated riddles introduce strategies for solving a variety of math problems in using visual clues.

Sir Cumference and Lady Di discover "Fracton numbers" while purchasing cloth and cheese at the Fracton Faire. While two-fourths may seem like the same as one-half, in truth it denotes two parts of one-half, or two quarters of the whole. But the real mystery is the fact that items at the fair keep disappearing, and Sir C, Lady Di, and the Earl of Fracton must set a numeric trap for the thief, teaching an important lesson along the way about the comparative...

A drive to recycle cans on Earth Day teaches the children of the Maple Street School Save-the-Planet Club about place value.

Over 100 kid-friendly story math problems on topics from missing socks and glitter to your favorite wild pet and how fast you can run. Kids will find that math surrounds them in their everyday lives.

"Addition and subtraction are as easy as 1 + 2 = 3 in this funny and educational book that will have readers embracing math instead of fearing it."--

"Olivia wants to paint a colorful birdhouse. She ends up with a pattern of stripes on the roof. Teaches young children about patterns"--