The I hate mathematics book
by Marilyn Burns · first published 1975
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Events, gags, magic tricks, and experiments to change one from a mathematical weakling into a mathematical heavyweight.
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on “Ask HN: Know of any non-digital toys/games that teach, for 6-10 year olds?” ↗Mathematics: Burns, Marilyn (1975) I hate Mathematics Book, Little, Brown Books for Young Readers. https://www.amazon.com/Mathematics-Brown-Paper-School-Books/... Mathematics, philosophy, music, molecular biology/biochemistry, computer science, visual art, poetry,…
on “Ask HN: Which book can attract anyone towards your field of study?” ↗The I Hate Mathematics Book was always a favourite in my family growing up. It's the kind of math they don't teach you in elementary school. I learned about googol, infinity, topology, permutations, parabolas, game theory, and…
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