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Math Curse

Math Curse

Children's BooksMathematics
Pages
40
Published
1995
Language
English

Synopsis

What happens when a teacher declares that everything can be seen as a math problem? For one student, it sparks a hilarious and relatable journey into the world of numbers, where everyday objects and situations suddenly transform into equations. Join her as she navigates this new, math-filled reality, proving that even the most daunting subjects can be a source of fun and discovery.

Prose complexity
1/10

Vibe

WhimsicalFunny

Genres

Children's Books Mathematics Education

About the author

J
Jon Scieszka

Jon Scieszka was born in Flint, Michigan, the second oldest of six sons born to Shirly Scieszka, a Registered Nurse, and Louis Scieszka, an elementary school principal. He attended Culver Military Academy in Indiana and graduated in three years. He then studied both English and science at Albion College, and in 1976 he received a B.A. in writing. He went on to Columbia University's writing program, and in 1980 he received a Master of Fine Arts degree. After graduating, Scieszka held several j...