Synopses & Reviews
Synopsis
This brightly illustrated book from frequent collaborators Adler and Miller quickly presents several math concepts related to fractions, decimals, and percents. Using a county fair as a backdrop, Adler discusses how to change a number in one form to its equivalent in another; and how the value of a digit depends upon its placement in relation to a decimal point. Millers digital artwork illustrates the ideas clearly, though the profusion of color and pattern is occasionally
distracting. Offering a more active approach to learning equivalents, the final page shows how to make a simple memory game and directs readers to the illustrators Web site, where colorful cards are available for downloading.
Synopsis
Step right up Come take part in the county fair, where you ll see fractions, decimals, and percents everywhere. Gobble up a fraction of pie, boost your batting average in the arcade,
and take a percent off the price of a toy. Learning about equivalent parts equals a whole lot of fun in this straightforward introduction to a challenging concept."