Classic Math: History Topics for the Classroom / Grades 7-12

by Art Johnson

Classic Math draws upon historical data from a variety of cultures and periods through five Quote of the Week-50 quotes, each with a one-page description, Historical Event of the Week, Historical Problems-24 activities with solutions, Historical Symbols-meanings and origins, Historical Origins of Mathematical Terms. Grades 7-12

173 pages, Paperback

First published April 22, 1994

About the author

Art Johnson has been a highly regarded musician for over forty years and has performed with everyone from Luciano Pavarotti, Lena Horne, Randy Crawford and Mark O'Connor, as well as being an Academy Award and Grammy Award participant. He is a solo recording artist with ten Cd's to his credit. He has toured all over the globe and his life experience has produced his first mystery/suspense/detective thriller, "The Devil's Violin" which in it's debut has caught the attention of the reader as well as the reviewers. He lives in Monaco where Her Serene Highness Princess Charlene has requested a copy which is now in the Palace. His taut crisp prose has been well received and his newly gathered fans as an author are waiting for the next book.

Reviews

[Mickey Bits · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book is a fascinating look at episodes in the history of mathematics. It could be a wonderful tool for enriching the curriculum, perhaps a great way to begin class, at least once or twice a week. Unfortunately so many students' math skills are so sorely lacking that most teachers can't spare even a few minutes for all of the remediation necessary for students to pass. That's why this book languished in the the teachers' work room for several year before being rescued (and subsequently) returned by a curious instructor.