About This Book
A parent should reach for this book when their child declares that math is boring, too hard, or just not for them. Instead of drills and equations, "Math for Smarty Pants" transforms mathematics into a playground of puzzles, games, magic tricks, and hands-on activities. It reframes math as a creative and exploratory subject, touching on everything from logic and probability to geometry. By encouraging curiosity and celebrating the process of problem-solving, it helps build a child's confidence and resilience. It’s a perfect antidote to math anxiety, showing kids that mathematical thinking is a fun, powerful tool for understanding the world.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
None. The book is entirely secular, positive, and focused on educational activities.
Ideal Reader
This book is perfect for a 9-11 year old who is either math-averse and has decided they are "bad at math," or a math-loving child who is bored by rote schoolwork and craves creative, out-of-the-box challenges. It is especially effective for kinesthetic or artistic learners who don't see themselves as traditional "math people."
