This book is a compilation of 105 puzzles. These have been selected from the many puzzles tested in classrooms, and for the past three years published in newspapers in the Los Angeles area. The response of the readers, ranging from dedicated parents to teachers to hobbyist, has been overwhelmingly positive.
Math Maze Puzzle combines the repetition , a very important concept in math, with a challenge that makes math fun, rewarding, and entertaining.
Each puzzle:
- Synthesizes the best technique of memorization and practice drills.
- Subliminally trains the memory to associate numbers in terms of their arithmetic or basic algebraic operation.
- Makes working with numbers an intuitive process.
- Incorporates the "trial and error" method.
- Offers challenge, relaxation, and entertainment.
- Accomplishes for math what crossword puzzles do for English.
- Provides a mental exercise stimulator, and contributes to challenge, relaxation and entertainment.
The puzzles generate a great degree of interest because they are entertaining and within the grasp of all age groups and skill levels.
Below are some documented comments from the reading public:
My grandkids LOVE your Math Maze Puzzles! Do you have a book we can buy?
I am a mechanical engineer and I deal with numbers all day long. Just wanted to let you know that I really enjoy your puzzles in the DAILY NEWS. They are good, relaxing, mental game at the end of the day.
I was just introduced to your Math Maze Puzzle in the last issue of the ACORN. It was very creative, challenging and fun--and I loved it! I think a book of these can't miss!
The Chemistry teacher had a handful of your math puzzles in her hand the other day, and when I asked her about them, she said she's been giving the students extra credit for doing them.
From an English teacher "Math teachers should all get copies. It may make kids like Math more"
Thank you for the math games. We loved it. Send more when you can. We had fun doing your math maze. Love, The First Grade.