What's the Point of Maths? DK Mathematics English Foreign Book

DK What's the Point of Maths? (UK Edition / Hardcover)

This is a popular educational book from the world-renowned publisher DK (Dorling Kindersley) that answers children's simple question, What's the point of maths?. It explains how mathematics is used in history, science, and daily life with colorful illustrations and easy-to-understand English. The structure is designed to make even children who dislike math want to read it.

[Product Information]
- Title: What's the Point of Maths?
- Publisher: DK (Dorling Kindersley)
- Binding: Hardcover
- Language: English (British English)
- ISBN: 978-0-2413-4352-4
- List Price: £12.99 (UK Edition)

[Example Topics Covered (Over 20 Chapters Total)]
- How to predict a comet
- How to become a trillionaire
- How to win a game show
- How to keep secrets (using cryptography)
- How to use symmetry
- How to change the world with data
...and more, introducing applications of mathematics from pyramid surveying to game theory in a narrative style.

[Recommended For]
- English extensive reading and educational enrichment for upper elementary school students.
- Teaching materials for international schools and English after-school programs.
- Families looking to spark interest in arithmetic and mathematics.
- Those interested in STEM education / English x Science learning.
- Adult English learners (learn mathematical concepts in natural English).

[Shipping]
Due to the weight and thickness of the hardcover, shipping will be via Yu-Packet Plus or Takkyubin Compact. It will be shipped with simple waterproof packaging.