Einstein, The Girl Who Hated Maths
No. of pages 96
Published: 2013
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There are 96 pages in this book. This book was published in 2013 by Hachette Children's Group .
John Agard is a prolific playwright, poet and author for children. In 2012 he was awarded the Queen's Gold Medal for Poetry and has won a raft of other awards. Satoshi Kitamura is a Japanese children's picture book author and illustrator, famous for his watercolours and quirky characters.
A must-read for all number enthusiasts * The School Run *
An hilarious look at maths from a poet's-eye view ... will convert even the most reluctant mathematician to the fun to be had with numbers. * Carousel *
Provide[s] rich opportunities for linking maths with literacy ... [a] delightful poetic pot pourri ... The title poem draws your attention like iron filings to a magnet ... Takes us on an enchanting poetic pilgrimage through numberland ... A snazzy animated collection that will undoubtedly transform your class into maths disciples... My Year 5 class gave this volume a thumbs up ... You can count on [this book] to fascinate, engage and ignite an enthusiastic response to learn more about the magic of maths and the power of poetry. * TES Teacher *
This unique collection of original poems about maths provides delightful insights into the world of numbers - sometimes humorous, sometimes thoughtful, always highly entertaining. * Books Magazine *
The poems are lively enough to stand up on their own, but accompanied by the artwork of Satoshi Kitamura, they practically jump out of the page at you. * Junior *
An hilarious look at maths from a poet's-eye view ... will convert even the most reluctant mathematician to the fun to be had with numbers. * Carousel *
Provide[s] rich opportunities for linking maths with literacy ... [a] delightful poetic pot pourri ... The title poem draws your attention like iron filings to a magnet ... Takes us on an enchanting poetic pilgrimage through numberland ... A snazzy animated collection that will undoubtedly transform your class into maths disciples... My Year 5 class gave this volume a thumbs up ... You can count on [this book] to fascinate, engage and ignite an enthusiastic response to learn more about the magic of maths and the power of poetry. * TES Teacher *
This unique collection of original poems about maths provides delightful insights into the world of numbers - sometimes humorous, sometimes thoughtful, always highly entertaining. * Books Magazine *
The poems are lively enough to stand up on their own, but accompanied by the artwork of Satoshi Kitamura, they practically jump out of the page at you. * Junior *