Books with author David Adams

This book uses childrens' natural ability to classify objects to introduce the concept of a set and membership in a set.Sets are fundamental to modern mathematics. Every principle of number theory, arithmetic, algebra, geometry, trigonometry and calculus is defined in terms of sets. An early understanding of the principles, language and notation of sets will prepare a child to absorb higher math concepts quickly and thoroughly.A definition of a set is “a collection of objects where it is known if any particular object is a member of the set.”1 A ‘collection’ is any grouping. An ‘object’ can be anything; a toy, a number, or even another set. ‘Membership’ is a critical concept here. To form a set, one must be able to tell exactly what is in the set and what is not in the set. Each set must be clearly defined.This book starts with a definition for the types of objects that can be included in a set and a definition for each set.“A swing set is a group of swings that hang from the same pole. A swing is something that swings back and forth that kids can ride on.” This definition is emphasized throughout the book. As you discuss this book with your child, emphasize the definitions given and whether objects not found in the book meets the definitions.This book teaches the child how to form a math statement such as f is an element of B from a situation involving sets. This book also teaches the child how to translate a math statement expressing membership in a set into words.

This book uses childrens' natural ability to classify objects to introduce the concept of a set and membership in a set.Sets are fundamental to modern mathematics. Every principle of number theory, arithmetic, algebra, geometry, trigonometry and calculus is defined in terms of sets. An early understanding of the principles, language and notation of sets will prepare a child to absorb higher math concepts quickly and thoroughly.A definition of a set is “a collection of objects where it is known if any particular object is a member of the set.” A ‘collection’ is any grouping. An ‘object’ can be anything; a toy, a number, or even another set. ‘Membership’ is a critical concept here. To form a set, one must be able to tell exactly what is in the set and what is not in the set. Each set must be clearly defined.This book starts with a definition for the types of objects that can be included in a set and a definition for each set.“A swing set is a group of swings that hang from the same pole. A swing is something that swings back and forth that kids can ride on.”This definition is emphasized throughout the book. As you discuss this book with your child, emphasize the definitions given and whether objects not found in the book meets the definitions.This book teaches the child how to form a math statement such as f is an element of B from a situation involving sets. This book also teaches the child how to translate a math statement expressing membership in a set into words.

As a grandfather to nine, I had read many books about colors to toddlers and young children. I found them uninspired. There is so much artistic form and color in this world: cartoon drawings just can not compete. My first contribution to aesthetics in color books was Parrot Colors. Gratified by the warm reception of books on color based on outstanding artwork, I found Familiar Indian Flowers by Lena Lowis. I digitally restored the beautiful artwork from this 1879 publication, and created this book.

Numbers introduces young readers to the basic concepts of numbers: * Numbers tell us how many, how long, how far. * We can tell how many by counting. * There are small numbers and large numbers. * Nothing has a number - zero. * Numbers can be written with digits or letters. * Numbers help us understand our world. Numbers is one of a series of books that increase math literacy of primary school students. Introducing students to the words and concepts of mathematics increases their ability to understand the principles of math.