Name: Kiss My Math
ISBN: 9780452295407

At a Glance

Why This Clicks

Pre-Algebra, With Personality

A lively workbook makes pre-algebra feel more approachable, relevant, and—yes—a little glamorous.

Come here for

Clear help with negative numbers, variables, exponents, and more
A mix of instruction, tips, and practice problems

Expect

Personality quizzes, reader polls, and stories alongside the math
Aimed at girls in grades seven through nine

Book Details

Authors: Danica McKellar
Publisher: Penguin Publishing Group
Published: June 30, 2009
Format: Print & ebook
Theme: Teaching Math · Algebra for Kids
Reading lane: Teaching Math

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Publisher Categories

Secondary Education
Teaching Math
Teaching Mathematics

About This Book

The New York Times bestselling math workbook from actress and math genius Danica McKellar that teaches seventh to ninth grade girls how to conquer pre-algebra! Stepping up not only the math but the sass and style, McKellar helps math-phobic teenagers moving up into high school chill out and finally “get” negative numbers, variables, absolute values, exponents, and more. As she did so effectively in Math Doesn't Suck , McKellar uses personality quizzes, reader polls, real-lif...

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The New York Times bestselling math workbook from actress and math genius Danica McKellar that teaches seventh to ninth grade girls how to conquer pre-algebra! Stepping up not only the math but the sass and style, McKellar helps math-phobic teenagers moving up into high school chill out and finally “get” negative numbers, variables, absolute values, exponents, and more. As she did so effectively in Math Doesn't Suck , McKellar uses personality quizzes, reader polls, real-life testimonials, and stories from her own life—in addition to clear instruction, helpful tips, and practice problems—revealing why pre-algebra is easier, more relevant, and more glamorous than girls think.