Basher Science: Algebra and Geometry - by Dan Green (Paperback)

About the Book

Book Synopsis

Can you figure out what algebra's all about? Do you know what's key to geometry? There's so much mathematical knowledge to discover with the fact-packed Basher Science: Algebra and Geometry.

This compelling guide introduces a community of characters who make mathematics interesting. Meet Polygon and Plane, Reflection and Rotation, Odd Number and his buddy Even Number and the three pals Sine, Cosine and Tangent. Discover the secrets of their world!

Perfect for home and school, this highly original book makes difficult concepts tangible and understandable. Chatty first-person text by Dan Green and stylish, vibrant character illustrations by Simon Basher give a voice, personality and story to each topic - an accessible way to communicate mathematical concepts.

There's even more to learn with the exciting Basher Science series, including: Planet Earth, Engineering, Human Body, and Technology.

Review Quotes

"This book is certain to appeal to number lovers and would be an effective supplement to a mathematics curriculum" --School Library Journal

"Green provides a succinct yet engaging explanation of a variety of math topics. . . . The use of illustration and color is engaging and provides a visual representation for abstract ideas. . . . Teachers can use this book to introduce a topic and then explain each themselves." --Library Media Connection

About the Author

Simon Basher is an internationally recognized illustrator, whose books have sold more than three million copies around the world. His illustration style is described as graphic surrealism; a synergy of European graphic design and Japanese character creation.

Dan Green has an MA in Natural Science from Cambridge University and is a journalist and science writer with an amazing ability for science communication. He is the author of many titles from the Basher Science series, which have sold more than a million copies around the world.