The Solvers Book #2: The Shrinking Setback

Name: The Solvers Book #2: The Shrinking Setback
Brand: Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand
SKU: 9781523512775
Price: 24.99 NZD
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A Math Graphic Novel: Learn Fractions and Decimals!

By Jon Chad

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In this graphic novel series, a crew of crime-fighting kid superheroes teach readers aged 8 and up foundational maths skills, such as fractions and decimals, as they battle their evil nemesis, Null Void. All maths concepts are presented with fully illustrated step-by-step instructions and tons of... Read More

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The Solvers Book #2: The Shrinking Setback

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Fractions? Simple. Decimals? No problem! Evil villains? Bring 'em on! Thanks to the Solvers, learning math has never been this fun!

Description

When The Solvers accidentally drink a shrinking potion, the pint-sized superheroes must learn all about fractions and decimals to mix an antidote and stop supervillain Null Void from taking over the city! Throughout the action-packed narrative, clear, step-by-step instructions and illustrated, superhero-themed examples introduce readers to fractions and decimals and then teach how to add, subtract, multiply, and divide them, in a super easy-to-understand way.

Full of helpful maths instruction that aligns with national maths standards—and epic superhero action—the second instalment of this graphic learning series is perfect for the reader who loves maths, the reader who hates maths, the reader who needs a refresher, and the superhero enthusiast. Written by a seasoned comics artist and vetted by a maths teacher, this is a brand-new way to get your child excited about maths!

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781523512775

Publisher: Workman Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 29 February 2024

Country: United States

Imprint: Workman Children's

Illustration: full-color illustrations throughout

Audience: Primary and secondary education

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 10.0mm

Width: 152.0mm

Height: 216.0mm

Weight: 320g

Pages: 144

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About the Author

Jon Chad was born and raised in Vermont but now lives with his wife and daughter in Sacramento, CA where he is obsessed with giant robots, pinball, screen-printing, and bookmaking. He is the author of Leo Geo, Science Comics: Volcanoes, Science Comics: The Periodic Table, PINBALL: The Graphic History of the Silver Ball, and the illustrator of Science Comics: Solar System.

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