The Secret Life Of Math: Discover How (and Why) Numbers Have Survived From the Cave Dwellers to Us!

by Ann McCallum Staats, Carolyn McIntyre Norton (Illustrator)

Through an examination of the development of mathematics throughout history, its impact on the world and the vast changes that came about as a result of its constant evolution is presented in this informative guide for young readers. Simultaneous.

Genres: Mathematics

128 pages, Paperback

First published January 24, 2005

About the author

A former educator with a master's degree in education, Ann McCallum Staats is an award-winning author. Her book "Fantastic Flora: The World's Biggest, Baddest, and Smelliest Plants" (Candlewick/ MIT Kids Press) shares how some of the weirdest plants survive and thrive. She is also the co-author with astronaut Karen Nyberg of "A Quilt of Stars," releasing Fall, 2026. When she's not writing, Ann travels, mentors, and connects with audiences. Find out more at www.annmccallumbooks.com or on Instagram @annmsbooks or other social media.

Reviews

[Sally · Rating 2 out of 5]

Eh, it was OK. I'll have to find some of the other math history titles I thought were better. G is for Googol for sure. I think I had high expectations because the publisher (Williamson) usually puts out fun kid books. I think this book was a too much information, not enough activity/fun imbalance.

Not that information can't be fun, but I was expecting more "hands on" since that is what this publisher specializes in.