An Incorrect Solution - (Math Kids) by David Cole (Paperback)

About the Book

"Fifth grade is off to a terrible start for the Math Kids. Jordan and Justin are in a different class from Stephanie and Catherine. Worse, they have Miller the Killer for math and he hates math! Even more troubling, Jordan witnesses Robbie, the class bully, in an angry confrontation with his father and wonders if Constable Colson might be doing more than yelling. People problems suddenly seem a lot more challenging than homework, but maybe with the right plan--and some math--the four Math Kids can find a way to deal with their classroom woes and make sure Robbie stays safe."--Provided by publisher.

Book Synopsis

'a breezy, enjoyable middle grade mystery that pulls off the difficult feat of being both educational and entertaining.' - Foreword Clarion Reviews

'a fun addition to a classroom library' J DenOuden, Educator

Fifth Grade Brings New Adventures for The Math Kids!

The Math Kids have been split up, and new teachers and troubled classmates suddenly seem a lot more challenging than homework.

Social issues and problem solving

But the right plan--and some math--might solve everything.

This Middle Grade Book

• Introduces readers to interactive math and logic problems they can apply to real-life situations
• Includes an appendix for hands-on learning
• Has a complimentary teaching guide available on the publisher's website

Review Quotes

Much like the kids win over Mr. Miller, Cole's tale demonstrates how fun math can actually be, with an informative appendix that supplies more detail about some of the math covered in the story.The Math Kids: An Incorrect Solution is a breezy, enjoyable middle grade mystery that pulls off the difficult feat of being both educational and entertaining.--Lin Ho "Foreword Clarion Reviews"

About the Author

David Cole has been interested in math since he was a very young boy. He pursued degrees in math and computer science and has shared this love of math at many levels, including teaching at the college level, coaching elementary math teams, and running a summer math camp. He also has a love of writing and has written a number of plays that have been performed. The Math Kids was born of a desire to combine his interests and exercise both sides of his brain at the same time. He lives in St. Louis, MO.