Martin Gardner can be considered one of the best there ever was in writing about mathematics. His essays are always entertaining and contain enough content to suggest other applications of the main point of his thesis. This book contains a series of short puzzles, most of which have quick solutions based on an "alternate" form of reasoning. That form is described as an "Aha" moment, where looking at the problem a different way leads to a simple solution to what appears to be a hard problem.

Scott Flansburg is listed as 'the fastest human calculator' in the Guinness Book of World Records. Here he explains his amazing math computation methods step by step.

This book includes dozens of sample problems and tips for maximizing math and general learning abilities.

It helps students, parents and even teachers experiencing math anxiety.

You'll learn strategies on Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication, Squaring and more.

Scott Flansburg explains his amazing math computation methods step by step.
Two skill-building workbooks: use this helpful guide for practice and review.
Answers included.

It is not given to every one to be able to consult the old Naturalists; and, besides, most of them are written in Latin, and to read them through is partly unprofitable work, as they copy so largely one from another. But, for the general reader, selections can be made, and, if assisted by accurate reproductions of the very quaint wood engravings, a book may be produced which will not prove tiring, even to a superficial reader.