Dear Parents,
Check out the new title of The Magic Numbers for your child!
An adventure into the secret world of mathto discover how it has transformed our world and why we cant live without it!
** Please note that the books are available in July 2022.
Synopsis
Mathematics is more fun, mysterious and magical than many of us realise, and it is present in all aspects of our lives. We certainly cant live without it!
- Why is zero considered the most dangerous number?
- How did ancient Egyptians measure the world with just a simple stick?
- What was the math error that caused a NASA rocket to
- blow up?
- Which language is used every day all over the world, and is purely made up of numbers?
Documentary filmmaker Hoe Yeen Nie and historian/artist David Liew take you on a quest to unlock the secret world of numbers and math, and explore how it has transformed our lives in all sorts of incredible ways. Are you ready for an amazing adventure?
The Change Makers series of books will build in children a
strong sense of inquiry to arm them with knowledge in S.T.E.A.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) to tackle this brave new world of unknowns.
The Author
Hoe Yeen Nie is an award-winning documentary filmmaker and TV journalist who enjoys telling stories that reveal unexpected truths about ourselves and the world we live in. Trained in the Humanities, she nonetheless has a long-held love for maths and remembers Three is the Magic Number as a favourite childhood song. Follow her @yeennie.hoe.
The Illustrator
David Liew is a prolific artist/sculptor who has illustrated several bestselling book series. This series has especially enabled David to return to his history-educator roots. He also supports fellow authors and illustrators as the Regional Advisor to the Singapore Chapter of the Society of Childrens Book Writers and Illustrators.
Suitable for Age: 8 - 12 years old