The Token Gift

by Hugh William McKibbon, Scott Cameron (Illustrator)

Based on a mathematical riddle, this Persian legend explores the Indian origins of a game of battlefield strategy similar to today's chess. Inspired by his grandfather's many army stories, young Mohan creates a battle game where no lives will be lost. Readers will be mesmerized as the mathematical puzzle unfolds. The results are sure to surprise even the most thoughtful ones. Full color.

Genres: Picture Books

32 pages, Library Binding

First published September 1, 1996

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[Jayanne · Rating 4 out of 5]

origin of chess, which a math puzzle thrown in