The Book of Think: Or, How to Solve a Problem Twice Your Size [Turtleback]

Marilyn Burns (Author)

Product Details

• Turtleback
• Publisher: Demco Media (November 1976)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 060604017X
• ISBN-13: 978-0606040174
• Product Dimensions: 10.2 x 7.8 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #6,235,770 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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50 of 52 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars I still own my copy from 16 years ago!, February 4, 2001

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"[e-mail]" (Moorpark, CA USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Brown Paper School book: Book of Think: Or How to Solve a Problem Twice Your Size (Paperback)

I just pulled out my copies of this book and The I Hate Mathematics Book! to show to someone. I read them both prolifically from years 8-12 or so, and to this day pick them up occasionally. I was curious to see if it was still in print, and pleasantly suprised. My copy of this book is so well worn, the cover is falling off of it.

The Book of Think, simply put, is a book that teaches critical thinking skills. The puzzles are fun, and sometimes a bit surreal. The skills learned are invaluable. I believe this series was recommended to us by a gifted education teacher. They strongly shaped my formative years. I remember staying home and reading these two books, and others in the series. They are loaded with practical problems and hands on tools to use. I am sure that a teacher could find lots of great activities for students with these books.

Quick, click on the link and purchase this book, Hate Mathematics, I am not a short adult, Blood and Guts, The Reason for Seasons, This book is about Time... get them all before they are out of print. You won't be disappointed. It may be the best purchase you have ever made for your children and/or students. Maybe even yourself! I think I'll reread them all.

Lisa

32 of 37 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This book is not just for kids!, August 20, 1998

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This review is from: Brown Paper School book: Book of Think: Or How to Solve a Problem Twice Your Size (Paperback)

This book is one of my favorites for group activities, ice breakers, and getting a staff team to start thinking creatively. It is perfect for anyone who likes a challenge and the answers not just handed to them. I have given these books as gifts to adults and see them use the exercises over and over. Highly recommended. (Maybe even your kids would like it.)

10 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Childhood favorite, still great, November 28, 2005

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This review is from: Brown Paper School book: Book of Think: Or How to Solve a Problem Twice Your Size (Paperback)

I was given this book a zillion years ago when I was a kid. It must have made quite an impression on me, because I still remember it fondly all these years later. I recently bought a copy for my 6-year-old and, while some of the book's concepts are a little advanced for her, she still enjoys it. This book encourages creative problem-solving and analytical skills, two things that are not taught nearly enough in today's schools.