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So You Really Want to Learn Maths Book 2: A Textbook for Key Stage 3 and Common Entrance

So You Really Want to Learn Maths Book 2: A Textbook for Key Stage 3 and Common Entrance

by SerenaAlexander (Author)

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    Paperback 2004

    $4.23
Synopsis

Reviewed by ISEB's Mathematics editor, Mathematics for Common Entrance 13+ One and Two books cover Common Entrance Levels 1 and 2 and introduce Level 3 for extension work. The content covered exceeds National Curriculum requirements at KS3 and lays the foundations for success at 13+. Book One can be used for Year 7, and Book Two for Year 8. Book Three (Extension) is ideal for Level 3 candidates, and those taking scholarship exams. - Endorsed by ISEB to ensure full coverage of the Common Entrance 13+ syllabus - Grasp new concepts easily with clear, concise explanations - Develop a deeper understanding with worked examples of all topics - Test understanding with varied and progressive exercises - Challenge higher ability pupils with extension questions - Improve exam technique with activities, tips and guidance Suitable for ISEB 13+ Mathematics Common Entrance exams taken from Autumn 2016 onwards

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Format: Paperback
 Pages: 398
 Publisher: ISEB Publications
Published: 01 Mar 2004
ISBN 10: 1902984315
ISBN 13: 9781902984315
Children’s book age: 12+ Years
 Book Overview: This book is suitable for pupils aged 11+ (Year 7 upwards) and is ideal for pupils preparing for Level 2 Common Entrance and entrance exams at 13+.

Media Reviews
Those who appreciate Book 1 will find in Book 2 an equally challenging and enjoyable experience. There is more than enough here to meet the needs of the most able pupils. David E. Hanson, Leader of the ISEB 11+ Mathematics setting team, member of the ISEB 13+ Mathematics setting team, Member of the ISEB Editorial Board These books provide a thorough grounding in maths. Detailed explanations are given through graded exercises, practical work, investigations and puzzles. The material is neatly laid-out, well organised with clear instructions and excellent diagrams, and very informative. The author even brings in fascinating snippets of history throughout the books: how the Egyptians wrote fractions, the history of the penny and of percentages, the origin of imperial units and much more. For instance, did you know that it was the Greeks who established the 'foot' as their basic unit of length and that, according to legend, this Greek unit was based on the measurement of Hercules' foot? I am very impressed by the quality of material, which is very substantial both in content and in weight (these books are heavy!) and would definately recommend them as a complete course. Home Education Advisory Service Bulletin
Author Bio
Serena Alexander has taught Mathematics since 1987, originally in both maintained and independent senior schools. From 1999 she taught at St Paul's School for Boys, where she was Head of Mathematics at their preparatory school, Colet Court, before moving to Newton Preparatory School in London. She has been a member of the ISEB setting team for mathematics, is an ISI inspector and helps to run regular mathematics conferences for prep school teachers. She has a passion for maths and expects her pupils to feel the same way. After a lesson or two, they normally do!