The Library of Math Feed http://www.libraryofmath.com New and used math books at great low prices. Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:33:41 -0700 en-us Kindergarten Math /books-kindergarten+math.htm /books-kindergarten+math.htm Wed, 12 Aug 2009 00:00:00 -0600

Kindergarten math books often start off with counting and writing numbers, understanding how to add one more number and making one-to-one correspondences. Addition is usually studied early as well, often by using graphs and figures to learn about the relationships between numbers and geometry. Kindergarten math books also use ordering and comparing numbers to help young children learn to think logically and use their intuition to help them make deductions. Money, time, and making measurements are introduced early to help them widen the relationship between logical thinking and the world around them. Reading kindergarten math books with your child is often a great time of enjoyment but in fact, can create an amazing learning foundation that grows with them for the rest of their lives.

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Middle School Math /books-middle+school+math.htm /books-middle+school+math.htm Wed, 12 Aug 2009 00:00:00 -0600

Using math manipulatives encourages students to practice modeling concrete everyday life into abstract concepts and most middle school math books stress this scheme. Indeed, constructing mathematical models using ideas and concepts strengthens the speculative framework as students apply math to everyday life. Usual topics featured in middle school math books include whole numbers, decimals and fractions, geometry, algebra, and statistics. However, many of the topics covered in middle school math are extensions of ideas from earlier studied grade levels; for example working with larger whole numbers, not with brute force, but instead by using new techniques not previously learned in elementary school. Building math skills is an important aspect in any math course, but the notion that there is another, often more thoughtful way, of completing a task should also be stressed in all middle school math books.

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Elementary School Math 3_elementary_school_math /books-1000-elementary+school+math-rc-3-Books_elementary_school_math.html /books-1000-elementary+school+math-rc-3-Books_elementary_school_math.html Wed, 12 Aug 2009 00:00:00 -0600

The same methodology is used for the other main topics in elementary school math. Usually, fractions and decimals are introduced in the third grade, and many techniques are developed by the sixth grade. In elementary school math money, time, and measurements are introduced early and with each passing grade level more detail is introduced. Using this elementary school math methodology allows for students to naturally develop a greater ability to analyze and problem solve.

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3rd Grade Math /books-3rd+grade+math.htm /books-3rd+grade+math.htm Wed, 12 Aug 2009 00:00:00 -0600

3rd grade math students make connections with geometric objects by classifying, describing, and comparing objects using coherent and clear mathematical diagrams and language. They justify problem-solving methods with valid and convincing mathematical arguments. With number and operations, 3rd grade math students focus primarily on addition and subtraction by developing additions and subtraction strategies that are built on adding and subtracting multiples of 10, solving addition and subtraction problems with two-digit and three-digit numbers, and finding combinations that add to 100. Subtraction strategies include adding up, subtracting a number in parts, and subtracting back. Addition strategies include changing the numbers in order to make them easier to add and breaking the numbers apart and then adding. Students in 3rd grade math will further develop their understanding of multiplication and division and develop their ability to apply their mathematical skills to problem solving.

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4th Grade Math /books-4th+grade+math.htm /books-4th+grade+math.htm Wed, 12 Aug 2009 00:00:00 -0600

In 4th grade math students study algebraic and geometric patterns and relationships, including geometry and spatial reasoning. They also study measurement, probability and statistics and other mathematical processes and tools. Numbers, operations, and quantitative reasoning are often emphasized in 4th grade math. From these basic beginnings students move toward understanding specific ideas as solutions to problems. More abstract concepts will be used as students learn to master the four basic operations of addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. Fourth grade math students will be developing a sense of the reasonableness of an expected answer as the solution to a specific problem is emphasized.

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Analytic Geometry /books-analytic+geometry.htm /books-analytic+geometry.htm Wed, 12 Aug 2009 00:00:00 -0600

Analytic geometry presents the following topics: lines, planes, circles, conics, vectors, rectangular coordinates, polar coordinates, cylindrical coordinates, spherical coordinates, translations, and rotations. The goal is to be able to construct correct and rigorous solutions to exercises in algebra, geometry, and trigonometry. Analytic geometry often starts with a detailed introduction to the Cartesian plane, which some readers may have seen, with the idea of having a more detailed analytic approach than say in a basic algebra course. Then vectors, lines, and conic sections are explored at the same level of detail. Analytic geometry usually also covers transformations of coordinate systems and curve sketching which are important topics for any analytic geometry student preparing for calculus. Other important topics include solid analytic geometry including different coordinate systems and a survey of types of surfaces in analytic geometry.

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Business Math /books-business+math.htm /books-business+math.htm Wed, 12 Aug 2009 00:00:00 -0600

Business math presents statistics and probability theory, matrices and linear algebra, set theory, and calculus. Students will be able to solve problems involving linear programming using graphical methods and to solve business application problems using elementary algebra techniques such as solving systems of equations and by applying derivatives and integration theory. Business math, as an undergraduate course, is sometimes divided into two or three semester courses: business algebra, business calculus, and/or financial mathematics. Business algebra relies upon algebraic and exponential properties as well as other financial mathematics not depending on calculus. A good course in business calculus will motivate calculus by introducing many of the major ideas in calculus with real life situations involving financial and other vocational applications. Business math is often divide into courses business algebra , business calculus and/or financial mathematics.

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College Algebra /books-college+algebra.htm /books-college+algebra.htm Wed, 12 Aug 2009 00:00:00 -0600

College Algebra presents some mathematical tools so that students will be able to use functions both in a procedural and a conceptual manner; to represent functions graphically, numerically, algebraically, and/or verbally; and to solve algebraic equations and simultaneous systems of equations. College Algebra students will also learn how to interpret the meaning of the solution(s) and demonstrate graphical solution techniques when appropriate; to interpret equations and their graphs; to interpret and explain the meaning of solutions of inequalities; to transform and solve equations involving logarithmic and exponential functions; and to perform matrix operations, including multiplication, inverses and determinants.

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2nd Grade Math /books-2nd+grade+math.htm /books-2nd+grade+math.htm Tue, 11 Aug 2009 00:00:00 -0600

Many 2nd grade math books cover the following subjects: number sense, algebra, geometry, probability and statistics, and problem solving. Number sense, sometimes called number concepts, consists of the topics: counting and ordering up to 1000, counting and grouping of various sets of numbers, using place value to clarify the meaning of large numbers, and studying and applying inequalities. Further, by studying how to add and subtract large numbers using grouping techniques addition and subtraction is usually a main topic for 2nd grade math books. Multiplication and division is often introduced in 2nd grade math books including multiplication facts up to 12. Geometry topics often include identifying shapes and patterns in two and three dimensions and combining known shapes into new ones. Other topics of geometry are: graphing using charts and tables, making plots using coordinates, and identifying parts and whole of various figures. Further progress is made in exploring fractions by the continued use of graphs, charts, and problem solving. A study of measurements and data analysis is usually brought to the student, in 2nd grade math books, using colorful and fun to read images and worksheets.

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Elementary School Math /books-elementary+school+math.htm /books-elementary+school+math.htm Tue, 11 Aug 2009 00:00:00 -0600

Elementary school math invites young children in kindergarten, and first grade through the sixth grade to study mathematics. Many of the topics studied in these grades are studied repetitively so that with each passing grade level more strategy, intuition, and self-learning is achieved. Many school curricula summarize elementary school math into the following main topics: addition and subtraction, multiplication and division, fractions and decimals, money, time, measurements, geometry, and probability, statistics, and data manipulation.

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Elementary School Math 2_elementary_school_math /books-1000-elementary+school+math-rc-2-Books_elementary_school_math.html /books-1000-elementary+school+math-rc-2-Books_elementary_school_math.html Tue, 11 Aug 2009 00:00:00 -0600

For example, in elementary school math addition and subtraction are studied at every grade level. First, in kindergarten addition is explored by modeling and using pictures. In the first and second grade addition and subtraction facts are learned through 18; and usually in the second grade strategies are introduced to help with addition and subtraction with two and three digit numbers. In the third and fourth grades comparing, ordering, and rounding numbers is developed to help with addition and subtraction techniques. By the sixth grade addition and subtraction of large numbers is accomplished by using many techniques.

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Complex Analysis /books-complex+analysis.htm /books-complex+analysis.htm Mon, 10 Aug 2009 00:00:00 -0600

Complex analysis is often a senior level undergraduate course for those students majoring in mathematics, engineering, or one of the physical sciences. Usually students have completed three one-semester courses in calculus and perhaps a course in differential equations, linear algebra, or advanced calculus. Complex analysis includes a strong introduction to complex numbers and analytic functions followed by an introduction to the familiar transcendental functions: exponential, trigonometric, hyperbolic, and their inverses. Integrals are then studied, followed by an introduction to series, residues, and poles. A good course in complex analysis should also include a study of conformal mappings.

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Differential Equations /books-differential+equations.htm /books-differential+equations.htm Mon, 10 Aug 2009 00:00:00 -0600

Differential equations, as an undergraduate course, is the study of ordinary differential equations; that is, finding functions that satisfy a given differential equation. The idea is to try to classify types of differential equations and supply methods for solving each. Topics usually include classifying and solving first-order differential equations including separable, exact, and linear first order differential equations. Also studied are second-order linear homogeneous differential equations with constant coefficients, nth order linear homogeneous differential equations, and the methods of undetermined coefficients and variation of parameters. Important additional topics to be covered are the series solutions to linear differential equations and the Laplace transform. In a differential equations course, attention can be placed on theoretical existence of solutions, applications to engineering and the sciences, or a splendid combination of both; however solving differential equations is usually the emphasis for an undergraduate course.

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Discrete Math /books-discrete+math.htm /books-discrete+math.htm Sun, 09 Aug 2009 00:00:00 -0600

Discrete math, as an undergraduate course, is an amalgamation of topics dealing with finite and infinite discrete structures. Often propositional logic and set theory introduces a beginning student to discrete math. Additionally, when learning to read and write mathematics with care, the integers and especially induction and recursion play an important role in discrete math. Algorithms, counting and probability, equivalence and order relations are some of the most important topics to bridge the gap with other more advanced topics such as graph theory, trees, Boolean algebras, and formal languages. Discrete math is a popular course for engineers and especially computer scientists.

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Group Theory /books-group+theory.htm /books-group+theory.htm Sun, 09 Aug 2009 00:00:00 -0600

Group theory, as an undergraduate course, presents the theory and ideas behind mappings, compositions, operations, groups, permutation groups, symmetry groups, subgroups, equivalence relations, generators, cosets, homomorphisms, isomorphisms, quotient groups, and the fundamental homomorphism theorems. Special topics include Galois Theory, an important, and one of the first applications of group theory, and the Sylow Theorems.

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1st Grade Math /books-1st+grade+math.htm /books-1st+grade+math.htm Sat, 08 Aug 2009 00:00:00 -0600

Many 1st grade math books cover many topics involving algebra and geometric patterns and number sense including an introduction to numbers and how to operate with them. In particular, most 1st grade math books use place value to study sorting, clarifying, and comparing numbers. Addition and subtraction, including two and three digit numbers and exploring large numbers is also covered. Probability is often studied in 1st grade math books by using graphing, sorting, and counting techniques. Further, many types of measurements are introduced including measurement of length, height, distance, time, area, volume, weight, and money. Fractions are also introduced in 1st grade math, usually by using graphs and word problems. Geometry is also a main topic in 1st grade math books by studying lines, triangles, planes, and many other geometric shapes in two and three dimensions. A customary theme in studying geometry is to classify geometric objects by their common attributes, and this is emphasized in most 1st grade math books.

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High School Math /books-high+school+math.htm /books-high+school+math.htm Sat, 08 Aug 2009 00:00:00 -0600

High school math usually consists of several subjects such as algebra one, algebra two, geometry, probability, statistics, precalculus, and calculus. The teaching methodology and course material can range dramatically depending on the high school, surrounding community, and teaching abilities of the instructors. High school math should aid students by helping them identify important concepts as they study, helping them check their progress as they work, and enabling them to increase their vocabulary by working out homework and reviews in groups and individually. The goals of a high school math course should be to build upon a solid foundation and utilize sound pedagogy; moreover, presentations should be geared towards learning and relevant real-life applications.

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