Life of Fred: Jelly Beans

Name: Life of Fred: Jelly Beans
Brand: Polka Dot Publishing
SKU: 9781937032036
Price: 20.5 USD
Availability: InStock

Item# 9781937032036

$20.50

Jelly Beans, the tenth book in the Life of Fred Elementary series, is designed for Grades 1-4. Each chapter, approximately six pages long, ends with a Your Turn to Play... Read more

Jelly Beans, the tenth book in the Life of Fred Elementary series, is designed for Grades 1-4. Each chapter, approximately six pages long, ends with a Your Turn to Play segment, engaging students with questions and answers provided for self-checking. This narrative-based book covers various topics such as prime numbers, Fibonacci numbers, and more. It's a complete math program that uses storytelling to make math enjoyable and relevant.

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Embark on a whimsical mathematical journey with Jelly Beans, the tenth adventure in the Life of Fred Elementary series, perfect for children in Grades 1 through 4. Each chapter, filled with Fred's entertaining escapades, spans about six pages and culminates in a Your Turn to Play challenge featuring a handful of thought-provoking questions. Learners can self-assess their problem-solving attempts with conveniently provided answers on the following page, fostering a sense of independence and confidence in their learning journey.

Jelly Beans unwraps various topics with a playful twist, from the serious business of prime numbers and Fibonacci sequences, to the whimsical considerations of whether dolls can grow up, or the probability of witnessing astronomical events. It touches on language arts with discussions about nouns and segues into more complex concepts like set intersections and the marvels of mean averages.

The Life of Fred series transcends traditional math instruction by integrating compelling storytelling with solid academic concepts, ensuring that math is considered an integral, relevant part of Fred's life - and, by extension, the student's world. This unique approach ensures that learning math is educational and thoroughly enjoyable.

This 128-page, hardbound book is built to last with sturdy Smyth-sewn binding, making it a lasting addition to any educational library. It's a self-contained resource, inviting students to jot down their responses on separate papers, promoting organization and attention to detail. All answers are thoughtfully included within the text, speaking directly to the learner and encouraging self-teaching and reflection.

Jelly Beans invites young learners to experience the joy of discovery and the relevance of mathematics in a way that is anything but ordinary. It's an ideal resource for those who question the practicality of math or seek a more imaginative and engaging way to approach learning.