Life of Fred: Apples
Life of Fred is a unique math program that uses engaging stories to teach math concepts without fear, making math relevant and enjoyable. Through humorous adventures, students follow Fred Gauss, a math professor, instilling a solid understanding of math principles. Apples is the first book in the series, designed for Grades 1-4, covering basic math concepts in a fun and interactive way.
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Life of Fred: Apples is the introductory book in the Life of Fred elementary series, tailored for students in Grades 1-4. It is the perfect starting point for newcomers to the Life of Fred series, especially for those up to the 4th grade. The book is designed for children who can count, add, and subtract numbers up to 10.
Each chapter in Apples spans approximately six pages and concludes with a Your Turn to Play section featuring three or four questions. Answers are provided on the following page, allowing students to check their work after attempting to solve the problems.
In Apples, students will explore a variety of topics, including numbers that add to 7, shapes like circles and ellipses, reading time on a clock, days of the week, leap years, counting by fives, the history of Archimedes and Euclid, basic geometry, animal diets, the story of the Titanic, and much more.
The Life of Fred series stands out for its unique approach to teaching math through engaging narratives about Fred Gauss, a math professor who experiences many humorous and unlikely adventures. The series makes math relevant and important as Fred encounters math daily, making it a fun and effective way to learn mathematical principles without relying on repetitive drills.
This 128-page hardcover textbook is non-consumable, with a durable Smyth-sewn binding. Students are expected to write their answers on separate paper, with answers included in the text and directed to the student. Life of Fred: Apples is ideal for inquisitive students looking for a creative and enjoyable way to learn math.
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Subject: Math
Grade: Grade 1-Grade 4
Brand: Polka Dot Publishing
Author: Stanley F. Schmidt, Ph.D.
Dimensions: 10.38 x 7.25 x .55
UPC: 9780979107245
