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Math Doesn't Suck by Danica Mckellar (2007, Hardcover)
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Author: Danica Mckellar
Publisher: Hudson st Pr
Publication Date: 2007-08-02
Language: English
Format: Hardcover
ISBN-10: 1594630399
ISBN-13: 9781594630392
Product ID: EPID59064674
Description: Distinguished by its unique approach and celebrity author, MATH DOESN'T SUCK is an encouraging voice in the wilderness, enticing middle school girls to explore, understand, and even enjoy mathematics. Former television actress Danica McK...
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Math book written by a TV Star - Don't be SkepticalReview created: 08/08/07
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9 of 9 people found this review helpful.
Life turns around, no wonder about it. Seeing a former TV star publishing a book teaching math concepts is something I see as "unbelievable", I mean, in the good meaning of it. More surprising - and even funny - was to read right on the beginning of the book that her life as an actress and being recognized for her acting was a nice thing, but made her feel empty most of times. So she wanted to be recognized for her intelligence and went for something which was more mentally demanding - mathematics - and as far as I understood, looks like she made it well.
The purpose of the book is great. Math is a complicated and boring subject on its formal approach, so she managed to write the same basic concepts in a more everyday language which could stimulate one to view and understand how numbers work naturally. She's right when she says that proficiency in math leads us to better logical reasoning and makes us smarter and more able to take the most reasonable decisions - in the rational sense.
This could perfectly be a book for the "Dummies" series, but, you know, its marketing appeal would not be as good as having Danica's image on the cover.
The purpose of the book is great. Math is a complicated and boring subject on its formal approach, so she managed to write the same basic concepts in a more everyday language which could stimulate one to view and understand how numbers work naturally. She's right when she says that proficiency in math leads us to better logical reasoning and makes us smarter and more able to take the most reasonable decisions - in the rational sense.
This could perfectly be a book for the "Dummies" series, but, you know, its marketing appeal would not be as good as having Danica's image on the cover.
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Math Doesn't Suck by Danica MckellarReview created: 03/02/08
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) 2 of 2 people found this review helpful.
I purchased this book for my 11 year old daughter. My wife who does most of the homework checking duties has fund this book very helpfull in working with our 11 year old.
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MATH BOOKReview created: 09/06/08
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1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
IT WAS A GREAT PRICE AND MY GRANDDAUGHTER JUST LOVES IT. I COULD NOT IMAGINE A 13 YEAR OLD ASKING FOR THIS TYPE OF BOOK-- SHE SAID IT IS REALLY A GOOD BOOK!!
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Insightful BookReview created: 06/10/08
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1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
This book is very user friendly, for all ages. It's a very caring book, as if McKellar is genuinely right there to guide aspiring mathematicians into the process. It's a book that is empowered with girl power and encourages them to excel. As McKellar states, intelligence is something that will never be taken away from you. Helpful. Great for even college students taking remediation classes.
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Math Doesn't Suck --book doesn't, but the title doesReview created: 12/01/09
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Found the book at our local library as a "back to school" feature. THIS BOOK IS A MUST HAVE for every middle school girl who makes less than A's in math...because after reading this clever and fun book (more than math, by the way), students absolutely WILL excel! Do not feel overwhelmed of "yet another thing to read/do/teach," because your daughter can use this book as a reference (we homeschool and it's an excellent resource). Each concept is written simply with reasoning, and examples are given. Though all inclusive, Danica has a website with follow ups. By the way, for math this would also be a fantastic book for boys --but they won't appreciate the side bars of encouragment peppered with clothing, jewelry, and makeup references :) Finally, if still in doubt about Danica's intelligence, credibility or motivations, check out youtube clips of her promoting her book on talk shows for clarity.
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Book orderReview created: 07/10/09
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Product just as described and timely delivery - Thanks for the exellent service! I would absolutely do business with this vendor again.
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The product is in excellent condition with autograph.
) 0 of 3 people found this review helpful.
I liked Danica McKeller ever since I saw her on Wonder Years and other rolls as an adult. I also collect autograph books. Living in New York I get to see many famous people at book signings. I only go to the ones I like. I'm sorry I missed Ms. McKeller but happy that I could buy her autograph book.
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