Life of Fred: Liver
Liver is part of the Life of Fred Intermediate series for students beyond the elementary level but not yet at grade 5. Each chapter ends with practice questions, and answers are provided. The book covers various topics, including math and life skills, making it engaging and relevant. Life of Fred uses storytelling to teach math, making it enjoyable and effective for students seeking a unique approach to learning.
Description
Life of Fred: Liver invites intermediate learners into the next step of Fred Gauss's mathematical journey, ideal for those ready to advance beyond the elementary series but not yet in fifth grade. This chapter of Fred�s story integrates real-world scenarios with key math concepts, ensuring students see the practicality of their lessons.
Spanning over six-page narrative chapters, each portion of Fred�s story concludes with an interactive Your Turn to Play section, offering a handful of problems for young learners to tackle. The answers follow promptly, enabling students to assess their work and learn independently. Liver is designed to be completed in about a month, accommodating various learning paces.
In Liver, students will explore many topics, including, but not limited to, the Pythagorean Theorem, the intricacies of the liver's functions, metaphors, time calculations, and the foundations of geometry. Fred's adventures make these complex subjects accessible and engaging, from dining out and ordering exotic dishes to understanding what a lifetime guarantee entails.
Life of Fred is a comprehensive math program combining humor, narrative, and education to teach math concepts without intimidation or tedious repetition. Through Fred's life, where math is a constant and entertaining presence, students learn and apply mathematical thinking in varied contexts.
This 128-page hardcover textbook is sturdily bound and crafted as a non-consumable resource. Students are encouraged to jot down their answers on separate paper, allowing the book to be cherished and revisited. Answer keys are thoughtfully provided within the text, speaking directly to students for immediate feedback.
Perfect for curious minds who question the relevance of math or those seeking a novel approach to mathematical concepts, Life of Fred: Liver is more than a textbook - it's an adventure into the world of mathematics where real learning happens amidst stories and laughter.
Information
Subject: Math
Grade: Grade 5
Brand: Polka Dot Publishing
Author: Stanley F. Schmidt
Dimensions: 10.38 x 7.25 x .55
UPC: 9781937032074
