Life of Fred: Butterflies
Life of Fred is a complete math program that uses engaging stories to teach math concepts without fear. Students follow Fred Gauss, a math professor, through humorous adventures, making math relevant and enjoyable. Butterflies is the second 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: Butterflies is the second installment in the Life of Fred elementary series, specifically crafted for the curious minds of students in Grades 1-4. This series takes a stand against rote memorization, instead employing a story-driven approach that follows the quirky adventures of Fred Gauss - a six-year-old math professor. As students journey with Fred, they discover the presence and application of math in every corner of Fred�s world, instilling a meaningful and enjoyable math learning experience.
In Butterflies, each six-page chapter weaves a narrative that concludes with a Your Turn to Play section featuring a handful of questions to engage students in active problem-solving. The subsequent page offers solutions for immediate feedback. This volume covers concepts such as measurement equivalence, addition, symmetry in nature, time reading, artistic interpretations of mathematical figures, and basic life skills infused with math, like setting a table.
Beyond just numbers, Butterflies flutters through various lessons - exploring ordinal numbers, geometric concepts, historical tidbits, and even a sprinkle of language arts, integrating education into a holistic learning expedition.
This 128-page hardcover book is a durable, non-consumable text with Smyth-sewn binding, ensuring it withstands the vigor of student interaction. Students will need to record their answers separately, allowing the book to be passed down or revisited. Answers are thoughtfully provided within the text, facilitating self-assessment and independent study.
Life of Fred: Butterflies is not just a math book; it's part of a comprehensive educational approach that caters to children's innate curiosity and creativity, making it an impeccable choice for those who dare to think outside the traditional classroom box.
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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: 9780979107252
