The Boy Who Loved Math: The Improbable Life of Paul Erdos
School year: Year 3, Year 4, Year 5, Year 6, Year 7
No. of pages 48
Published: 2013
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"The Boy Who Loved Math: The Improbable Life of Paul Erdos" tells the inspiring story of Paul Erdos, a brilliant mathematician who had a deep passion for numbers from a young age. Born in Hungary, Erdos was known for his unconventional lifestyle, traveling the world to collaborate with fellow mathematicians. The book illustrates his eccentricities, vibrant personality, and insatiable curiosity for mathematics. Through colorful illustrations and engaging text, readers learn about his contributions to the field and how his love for math shaped his life. The story highlights the importance of collaboration and creativity in solving mathematical problems. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book is the winner of numerous awards
This book is aimed at children in preschool-2nd grade.
This book has been graded for interest at 6-9 years.
There are 48 pages in this book. This book was published in 2013 by Roaring Brook Press .
Deborah Heiligman is the award-winning author of 15 children's books. She specializes in simplifying complex subjects for young people, particularly in the areas of science and social studies. She lives in New York City. Newbery Award-winning author Jerry Spinelli's sweet lyrical text and New York Times bestselling illustrator LeUyen Pham's charming illustrations show the timeless love between a mother and her children.
This book has been nominated for the following awards:
Capitol Choices Noteworthy Books for Children and Teens - Ages 7-10 Years
This book was recognised in the Ages 7-10 Years category by the Capitol Choices Noteworthy Books for Children and Teens.
Cybils Award - Nonfiction
This book was recognised in the Nonfiction category by the Cybils Award. The Cybils Awards is a group of readers passionate about seeking out and recognizing books that represent diversity, inclusion, and appropriate representation for children and teens. To accomplish that goal, the Cybils Awards works to recognize books written for children and young adults that combine both the highest literary merit and popular appeal.
Grand Canyon Reader Award - Nonfiction
This book was recognised in the Nonfiction category by the Grand Canyon Reader Award.
Capitol Choices Noteworthy Books - Children
This book was recognised in the Children category of the Capitol Choices Noteworthy Books.
Young Hoosier Book Award - Intermediate
This book was recognised in the Intermediate category by the Young Hoosier Book Award.
Maryland Blue Crab Young Reader Award - Nonfiction - Transitional
This book was recognised in the Nonfiction - Transitional category by the Maryland Blue Crab Young Reader Award.
Cook Award
This book was recognised by the Cook Award.
Orbis Pictus Award
This book was recognised by the Orbis Pictus Award.