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Author
Publisher
Workman Publishing
Pub. Date
2017.
Language
English
Description
Perfect for Sudoku fans, the rules for these 100 logic puzzles are simple, and the math is easy. But, the puzzles get harder and harder!
Once you match wits with area mazes, you'll be hooked! Your quest is to navigate a network of rectangles to find a missing value.
Just Remember:
• Area = length × width
• Use spatial reasoning to find helpful relationships
• Whole numbers are all you need. You can always get the answer without using fractions!
Originally...
Author
Publisher
Dover Publications
Pub. Date
2014.
Language
English
Description
Why do card tricks work? How can magicians do astonishing feats of mathematics mentally? Why do stage "mind-reading" tricks work? As a rule, we simply accept these tricks and "magic" without recognizing that they are really demonstrations of strict laws based on probability, sets, number theory, topology, and other branches of mathematics. This is the first book-length study of this fascinating branch of recreational mathematics. Written by one of...
Author
Publisher
Chronicle Books LLC
Pub. Date
2010.
Language
English
Description
This deck, from acclaimed Puzzlemaster Will Shortz, crossword puzzle editor for the New York Times and regular guest on NPR's Weekend Edition Sunday , are packed with 75 brainteasers and mindbenders, each designed to challenge puzzlers of all stripes. A perfect gift for puzzle enthusiasts of all ages who want to test their brainpower while standing in line, commuting to work, or hanging out with friends.
Author
Publisher
Chronicle Books LLC
Pub. Date
2011.
Language
English
Description
Chronicle Books is pleased to continue the Puzzlemaster Deck line with this new deck from acclaimed NPR Puzzlemaster Will Shortz, crossword puzzle editor for the New York Times . Packed with 75 verbal brainteasers each, this deck will challenge all who enjoy wordplay. None of the puzzles require pen or paper, making them perfect for playing while standing in line, commuting to work, or hanging out with friends.
30) Mazeways: A to Z
Author
Publisher
Sterling
Pub. Date
c2007
Language
English
Description
Collection of maze puzzles corresponding to each letter of the alphabet.
Author
Publisher
Andrews McMeel Publishing
Pub. Date
[2015]
Language
English
Description
Bad guys of the world beware! Slylock Fox is on the case in this super fun book of mystery puzzles. The brave Scarlet Sleuth uses his keen eyesight and sharp mind to help him unravel even the toughest mysteries. That's why, when it comes to solving crimes, no one outfoxes the Fox. Kids, put your thinking caps on and solve the mystery in each picture. Is Count Weirdly innocent or is he responsible for releasing the monster? Use logic and clues within...
Author
Publisher
Andrews McMeel Publishing
Pub. Date
[2015]
Language
English
Description
Looks can be deceiving. At first glance, two comics can appear to be identical, but your keen eye will soon spot the six differences between the "twin" pictures. Spy the changes and go have fun with Go Fun! Spot Six Differences.
Author
Publisher
Dover Publications
Pub. Date
[2015]
Language
English
Description
Praised for its "exceptionally good value" by the Journal of Recreational Mathematics, this book offers fun-filled insights into many fields of mathematics. The brainteasers include original puzzles as well as new approaches to classic conundrums. A vast assortment of challenges features domino puzzles, the game of noughts and crosses, games of encirclement, sliding movement puzzles, subtraction games, puzzles in mechanics, games with piles of matches,...
Author
Publisher
Clarion Books
Pub. Date
1997
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Describes the autumn season, with its animals, rain, cold winds, and harvested food. When read vertically, the first letters of the lines of text spell related words arranged alphabetically, from "acorn" to "zero."
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