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The idea behind Life of Fred is that if students have an enjoyable experience and have fun doing their math, they will remember it and use it and have a good taste in their math about the whole subject. The subtitle on each of his math books is 'As Serious As it Needs to Be'. And that is just the point: math doesn't need to be horrid and dry. This is mathjust as serious as it needs to beand I can tell you from Louisa's smiles and chuckles, that's not very serious at all! As a bonus, these books are very low priced compared to any other math books on the market. (Compare to Saxon at 5070). If you have a creative child who is languishing on traditional math programs, try Life of Fred! Math, As Serious As it Needs to Be! If you know your math facts (addition and multiplication) and you can read well, then the next step is to get to know Fred! Beware: This is not a traditional math book. This is a childdirected course. The student reads the adventure story, does the math problems that occur as a natural part of the story, and checks their answers (the solutions are right there for the looking.) And learns to love math in the process! You will not get the detailed formula explanations that you get in a traditional math book. I am still amazed that kids can read the story and learn the concepts, but they do!
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- Q: What age group is 'Life of Fred--Jelly Beans' suitable for? A: The book is designed for elementary school students, typically suitable for ages 6 to 12, especially those who can read well and know basic math facts like addition and multiplication.
- Q: How does the teaching method differ from traditional math books? A: This book uses a storytelling approach where math concepts are integrated into the adventure. Students learn through engaging narratives rather than through traditional formula explanations.
- Q: Is this book part of a series? A: Yes, 'Life of Fred--Jelly Beans' is the tenth book in the Life of Fred Elementary math series, which aims to make learning math enjoyable.
- Q: What is the format of the book? A: The book is published in hardcover format and contains 128 pages, providing a durable option for young readers.
- Q: Can my child work through the book independently? A: Yes, this book is designed for child-directed learning, allowing students to read the story, solve problems, and check their answers independently.
- Q: What are the main subjects covered in this book? A: The book covers various elementary math concepts through engaging stories, encouraging a positive attitude towards math while reinforcing skills like addition and multiplication.
- Q: How does 'Life of Fred' help children enjoy math? A: By integrating math problems into fun narratives, the series helps children associate math with enjoyment rather than fear, fostering a love for the subject.
- Q: Is there a teacher's guide or additional resources available? A: While 'Life of Fred' books are designed for independent study, some parents and educators may create supplementary materials to enhance the learning experience.
- Q: When was 'Life of Fred--Jelly Beans' published? A: The book was published on January 1, 2011.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Life of Fred--Jelly Beans'? A: The author is Stanley F. Schmidt, Ph.D., who has crafted this unique approach to teaching math.