Sir Cumference and the Fraction Faire (A Math Adventure)
Join Sir Cumference and the gang for a clever math adventure introducing the concept of fractons. Discover Fracton numbers at the Fracton Faire. Though two-fourths may seem like one-half, it actually denotes two parts of one-half, or two quarters of the whole. Solve the mystery of disappearing items at the fair with Sir C, Lady Di, and the Earl of Fracton as they teach an important lesson about comparing fractions. Puns and visuals abound in this fun, educational story. A great introduction to fractions for elementary audiences. - School Library Journal.
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Join Sir Cumference and the gang for more wordplay, puns, and problem solving in the clever math adventure that introduces readers to the concept of fractions. Sir Cumference and Lady Di discover Fraction numbers while purchasing cloth and cheese at the Fraction Faire. While 2/4 may seem like the same as 1/2, in truth it denotes two parts of one-half, or two quarters of the whole. But the real mystery is the fact that items at the fair keep disappearing, and Sir C, Lady Di, and the Earl of Fraction must set a numeric trap for the thief, teaching an important lesson along the way about the comparative size of fractions. Puns, both literal and visual, abound in this fun adventure story with beloved characters and a solid pedagogical foundation. A fun little math adventure that introduces the basics of fractions to early elementary audiences.
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Subject: History
Grade: Grade 3-Grade 12
Brand: DK Books
Publisher Date: 03/07/2017
Author: Cindy Neuschwander & Wayne Geehan illus.
Dimensions: 9.5 x 8.5
UPC: 9781570917721
Ages: 8-17
Pages: 32
