Reviewers from platforms like Amazon and BooksRun highlight the following:
: Some readers have pointed out typographical errors and calculation mistakes in specific puzzles, suggesting teachers double-check solutions before distributing them to students. Math Puzzles and Games, Grades 6-8: Over 300 Re...
: Parents have noted it helps bridge gaps in logic and reading comprehension, which are often the root cause of difficulty in word problems. Reviewers from platforms like Amazon and BooksRun highlight
is a comprehensive activity book by master puzzle creator Terry Stickels . Published in 2009 by Jossey-Bass (an imprint of John Wiley & Sons), it provides a diverse collection of reproducible puzzles designed to engage middle schoolers in critical thinking and core mathematical concepts. Core Content & Features Published in 2009 by Jossey-Bass (an imprint of
: It focuses on multiple learning approaches, including numerical manipulation and language arts-based math exercises (like "Frame Games").
: While some puzzles are simple, others are cited as quite challenging even for 8th graders.
: Puzzles are organized by grade level and follow the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM) standards, covering topics like algebra, geometry, probability, and fractions.
