Number Jugglers: Math Game Book & Math Game Cards (Spiral-bound)

by Ruth Bell Alexander (Author), Deborah Zemke (Illustrator) "If you like math, these games are for you..." (more)
Key Phrases: Number Jugglers

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Product Description
Developed by learning specialist Ruth Bell Alexander, Number Jugglers: Math Game Book & Math Game Cards is the innovative game that the whole family can play to encourage children to think with numbers, and have great time doing it. Combining a custom-designed deck of 86 number cards with a full-color book of 20 games, Number Jugglers uses the author's unique equation approach to teach fundamental math concepts. The games are open-ended; can be played alone, in a group, or in teams; and, best of all, are adaptable for all ages of children, from kindergardeners learning to count to middle schoolers on the verge of algebra. There are no right answers, just as there are no barriers to start playing. Instead, the games tap into every child's intuitive understanding of how numbers relate to one another, and build on this innate knowledge to develop more and more confidence, problem-solving skill, and creativity. READING LEVEL: Ages 5 and up

From the Back Cover
It's Math and It's Fun!

From 1+1=2 to E=mc2, equations are at the heart of mathematics. And making equations fun is at the heart of Number Jugglers. An innovative approach that works for kids of all different skill levels, Number Jugglers offers 20 games plus variations that encourage children to think, reason, and create with numbers. Played alone, in groups, in teams, or with the whole family, these equation games are based on every child's intuitive understanding of how numbers relate to one another. And since there is no "right" way to achieve success, kids invent their own open-ended learning experiences while building mental-math techniques and problem-solving strategies.

A Sampling of Games & Skills:
The Times Square Game: The art of multiplication, with a table for help The Operation Game: Add, subtract, multiply, and divide, all in the same game The One Equals One Game: How to use parentheses to make equations within equations The Column Game: Use your numbers as digits and see how high-or low-you can go The Hit the Jackpot Game: Learn the importance of zero.

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Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 9-12
  
• Spiral-bound: 80 pages
• Publisher: Workman Publishing Company; Book and Access edition (January 8, 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0761108823
• ISBN-13: 978-0761108825
• Product Dimensions: 11 x 7.1 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 15.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #284,700 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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17 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Number Jugglers is the most important math game in my class., October 2, 1998

By A Customer

I have taught a multi-age class, grades 1,2, and 3 for 10 years and have found Number Jugglers to be the most popular and useful math game in my class's math program. Children who do not feel successful in other ways in math, find a place of comfort with Number Jugglers. Children are thinking, manipulating numbers, problem solving, and practicing math facts while having a great deal of fun. Number Jugglers is solid in current good teaching practices. I found Number Jugglers easy to understand and use. Kids love to leave school with Number Jugglers as their homework. I think Number Jugglers should be on every classroom shelf and in every home.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The best math learning book ever., March 12, 2002

By A Customer

This book works for every kid, and adults enjoy playing the games, too! I have never seen a child try a Number Jugglers game without getting enthusiastic about math. It must be the feeling of success that comes with getting it right in Number Jugglers.

Whatever it is, Ruth Alexander has developed a truly great approach to math learning that works. And it's enjoyable enough to have at home, too. It has all the right elements of game play--adjustable for many age and skill levels, and for single or multiple users.