Pi
A Biography of the World's Most Mysterious Number
Written by Alfred S. Posamentier

Format: Hardcover, 324 pages
On Sale: August 31, 2004
Price: $28.99

This enlightening and stimulating approach to mathematics will entertain lay readers while improving their mathematical literacy. We all learned that the ratio of the circumference of a circle to its diameter is called pi and that the value of this algebraic symbol is roughly 3.14. What we weren't told, though, is... Read more >

Kindergarten Math Games & Puzzles (Sylvan Workbooks)

Written by Sylvan Learning

Format: Trade Paperback, 128 pages
On Sale: April 27, 2010
Price: $12.99

A solid foundation of basic math skills is essential for early success in math. Children who can connect their understanding of math to the world around them will be ready for the challenges of mathematics as they advance to more complex topics. The games and puzzles in this workbook are designed... Read more >

Third Grade Math Games & Puzzles (Sylvan Workbooks)

Written by Sylvan Learning

Format: Trade Paperback, 128 pages
On Sale: April 27, 2010
Price: $12.99

Success in math requires children to make connections between the real world and math concepts in order to solve problems. Successful problem solvers will be ready for the challenges of mathematics as they advance to more complex topics. The games and puzzles in this workbook are designed to help children enjoy... Read more >

Zero Is The Leaves On The Tree

Written by Betsy Franco
Illustrated by Shino Arihara

Format: Hardcover, 30 pages
On Sale: September 8, 2009
Price: $15.99

It's easy to count three of something-- just add them up. But how do you count zero, a number that is best defined by what it's not?

Can you see it?
Can you hear it?
Can you feel it?

This important math concept is beautifully explored in a way that will inspire children to find... Read more >

One, Two, Three
Absolutely Elementary Mathematics
Written by David Berlinski

Format: Trade Paperback, 224 pages
On Sale: May 1, 2012
Price: $15.00

The acclaimed author of A Tour of the Calculus and The Infinite Ascent offers an enlightening and enthralling tour of the basics of mathematics, and reveals a world of fascination in fundamental mathematical ideas.
 
One, Two, Three is David Berlinski’s captivating exploration of the foundation of mathematics, its fundamental ideas, and why they matter. By unraveling the...

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First Grade Page Per Day: Math Skills

Written by Sylvan Learning

Format: Trade Paperback, 64 pages
On Sale: May 8, 2012
Price: $6.99

Learn the Basics with Just One Page of Activities Each Day!

Sylvan Learning's First Grade Page Per Day: Math Skills uses engaging games and activities to help children become familiar with real-world math concepts, including:

· Numbers & Operations to 20
· Adding Sums & Subtracting Differences
· Place Values & Number Sense
· Geometry & Shapes
· Telling Time
· Counting Money

Students improve their... Read more >

Paradox
The Nine Greatest Enigmas in Physics
Written by Jim Al-Khalili

Format: eBook, 256 pages
On Sale: October 23, 2012
Price: $11.99

A fun and fascinating look at great scientific paradoxes.

   Throughout history, scientists have come up with theories and ideas that just don't seem to make sense.  These we call paradoxes.  The paradoxes Al-Khalili offers are drawn chiefly from physics and astronomy and represent those that have stumped some of the finest minds. ... Read more >

Fifth Grade Geometry Success (Sylvan Workbooks)

Written by Sylvan Learning

Format: Trade Paperback, 128 pages
On Sale: January 18, 2011
Price: $12.99

Success in math includes mastery of geometry skills and requires children to make connections between the real world and geometry concepts in order to solve problems. Successful problem solvers will be ready for the challenges of mathematics as they advance to more complex topics. The activities in this workbook are designed... Read more >

Proving Darwin
Making Biology Mathematical
Written by Gregory Chaitin

Format: eBook, 144 pages
On Sale: May 8, 2012
Price: $11.99

Groundbreaking mathematician Gregory Chaitin gives us the first book to posit that we can prove how Darwin’s theory of evolution works on a mathematical level.
 
For years it has been received wisdom among most scientists that, just as Darwin claimed, all of the Earth’s life-forms evolved by blind chance. But does Darwin’s...

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Second Grade Fun with Numbers (Sylvan Fun on the Run Series)

Written by Sylvan Learning

Format: Trade Paperback, 32 pages
On Sale: January 10, 2012
Price: $3.99

Have fun building math skills with Sylvan's proven techniques for success!

Second Grade Fun with Numbers helps children improve their math skills through engaging games and activities. Students can learn and practice basic math skills while they:

·  Navigate a maze by skip-counting numbers to follow the path
·  Reach the bottom of the crisscrossing paths... Read more >