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The Math of Soccer
Soccer is truly an international sport. The game is fast-paced, but requires a lot of strategy. Readers will learn more about the intricacies of soccer and take a look at some math related to field size, how many miles / kilometers each player runs in a game, and many other interesting computations. Awesome photographs and engaging math challenges will help students see the real world connections.
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Series Review: Sports Math These books introduce basic math concepts in a way that will appeal to children as young as advanced second graders and as mature as lower-functioning or math-resistant sixth graders...the colorful images and photos will draw children in, while questions will encourage thinking and applying math skills to real-life examples that entertain as they educate. Library Media Connection
Book Review: The Math of Soccer The premise for this series is terrific! It's a most informative book that shows students what an inclusive part of life math is. The children might enjoy creating a book of math questions to go with their favorite sport! Nancy Stabler, School Librarian, Louise Cabaniss Elementary
