Sports Brain Teasers

Q. Does it take longer to run from first base to second, or from second to third? A: From second to third, because there is a shortstop in the middle.Q. How many New York Knicks players does it take to change a tire? A: One, unless it's a blowout, in which case they all show upKids love to hear and tell jokes with friends and family. Just Kidding About Sports! provides heaps of fun reading, riddles, LOL jokes and most importantly laughter. The perfect gift idea for any child to further inspire reading and laughter with friends and family. Sections are organized into categories for easy access and reference. Recommended for ages 7 - 12 and big kids (adults) who don't take themselves too seriously!

Riddles, brain teasers, puzzles and more to challenge the student, teacher or enthusiast. Included are illustrations that can be colored or copied.

These publications are packed with fun activities that bring the excitement of the Olympic Games alive for children, and provide a great learning experience.

Sharpen students' critical thinking skills with the brain teasing activities in this book. Students learn while having fun.

FLEX YOUR brain power like never before! From acclaimed author Dr. Gary Gruber, whose proven critical-thinking methods have sold more than seven million books, this collection of mind-bending brain teasers is sure to challenge even the most experienced problem solver. Inside are logic puzzles, riddles, maddening math problems, mental games, and more! A ship is twice as old as the ship's boiler was when the ship was as old as the boiler is. The ratio of the boiler's age now to the ship's age now is what? What English word contains all the vowels, in alphabetical order? What is the three-digit number that can be made from the digits 2, 3, 5, and 7 where no two digits in the three-digit number are alike, and where the three-digit number is a multiple of each of the digits chosen? Stumped? Dr. Gruber reveals the fascinating explanations and detailed strategies for solving even the trickiest problems using his exclusive Gruber Method. DISCLAIMER: The brain teasers in this book may get you so wrapped up in critical thinking that you may not be able to do your regular work until you solve them! Any abrupt or gradual increase in creativity, intelligence, or motivation to get a better job suited to your newfound talents is strictly the reader's responsibility. For more than thirty years, Gary R. Gruber, PhD, has been recognized as a leading expert on the SAT, test-taking methods, and critical-thinking skills. His methods have been used by PBS, Sylvan Learning Centers, Grolier's Encyclopedia, and school districts throughout the country. Dr. Gruber's innovative problem-solving strategies make up the heart of the new MyMaxScore's online test prep (www.mymaxscore.com).

These publications are packed with fun activities that bring the excitement of the Olympic Games alive for children, and provide a great learning experience.