Money Math

This primer on money will change how you see addition and subtraction. What can a handful of coins get you? Well, it depends on how many you've got. . . . and what they are. In this fun introduction to American currency, a variety of past presidents introduce themselves and their denominations. You'll learn who's on each coin and bill, and what they're worth-- and how many of one it takes to add up to another. Dollars, cents, and decimals are explained in accessible, kid-friendly language, with tons of examples and try-it-yourself problems and activities. The mathematical concepts of addition, subtraction, multiplication and division become hands-on in this innovative math book from trusted duo David A. Adler and Edward Miller, whose award-winning collaborations have been helping students tackle complicated problems for years. After reading Money Math, kids will be confident with their pocket change! A Junior Library Guild Selection

"All the kids in this book are earning or spending money, and they all need math to plan their savings and big purchases. Join the fun as these kids discover that math is everywhere!"--

How does math move money? Funky Fairy helps: add bills; take-away change; multiply wages and divide a pie.

How does math move money? Funky Fairy helps: add bills; take-away change; multiply wages and divide a pie.

This packet provides a variety of fun activities designed to help children understand how to work with money. Emphasis is placed on finding costs, and figuring correct amounts of money. Parents who wish their children to have practice in learning to work with money will find the book as helpful as classroom teachers will find it. The exercises are presented so that a child can work with a minimum of supervision. Answers are included.

Closely aligned with the national standards, this packet helps students review the mathematics of time and money. Engaging formats and fun activities (including puzzles, riddles, and games) offer solid review opportunities. Answer key is included.

This packet provides a variety of fun activities designed to help children understand how to work with money. Emphasis is placed on finding costs, and figuring correct amounts of money. Parents who wish their children to have practice in learning to work with money will find the book as helpful as classroom teachers will find it. The exercises are presented so that a child can work with a minimum of supervision. Answers are included.