Grade(s): 4-12
Pages: 320

Every math student needs a tool belt of problem solving strategies to call upon when solving word problems. In addition to many traditional strategies, this book includes new techniques such as Think 1, the 2-10 method, and others developed by math educator Ed Zaccaro.

Each chapter's questions are broken down into five levels to meet the needs of not only the average math student, but also the highly gifted. Answer key and detailed solutions are included.

• Level 1 (easy)
• Level 2 (somewhat challenging)
• Level 3 (challenging)
• Einstein (very challenging)
• Super Einstein (super challenging)

Many screening tests for gifted program entry attempt to measure children's understanding of mathematics rather than their ability to solve grade level problems. Becoming a Problem Solving Genius will build your child's understanding and give them the skills needed to solve problems in Gifted and Talented testing.

Review:
"This is another great addition to any teacher's resource material...The format, humor and challenge captivates and motivates the students." Carol Kinder (Teacher - Darien - IL)

Table of Contents

Chapter 1: Think 1
Chapter 2: The 2-10 Method
Chapter 3: Sometimes You Must Subtract
Chapter 4: Draw a Picture
Chapter 5: Venn Diagrams
Chapter 6: Language of Algebra
Chapter 7: Solving Equations
Chapter 8: Solving Algebra Problems
Chapter 9: Logic
Chapter 10: The Power of Ratios
Chapter 11: Function Machines
Chapter 12: Don't Be Fooled
Chapter 13: The Eccentric Mathematician
Chapter 14: Permutations
Chapter 15: Understanding Bases
Chapter 16: Who Wants to be a Googolillionaire?
Chapter 17: Contests

Answers and Solutions

We don't have any sample pages for this title yet but it has a very similar layout to Challenge Math. Sample pages for Challenge Math are available.