Books with author Phyllis B. Goldman

Discover the world of mathematics in the new book Math Through the Ages. With this unique reference, students and teachers can explore the many facets of one of the world’s most important subjects.The story of mathematics is also the story of civilization. From the beginning of counting, through the development of our modern numeral system, to technology and computers, Math Through the Ages features exciting and informative chapters on the history of mathematics. IN addition, the book illustrates how math influences our lives in such areas as art, music, science, sports, engineering, and space.Other fascinating subjects include mathematics in the ancient world, calendars, tribal mathematics, art, optical illusions, arithmetic, addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, decimals, equations, estimation, place value, fraction, percentages, ratios, properties, measurement, geometry, algebra, calculus, trigonometry, statistics, probability, averages, logic and much more!Reviews and answers accompany each chapter to reinforce comprehension and critical-thinking skills. Also included are a glossary, did you knows, fact or fiction questions, projects, word searches, and an index.

Unusual Creatures is a valuable resource for students, teachers and librarians to learn about extraordinary fossils, animal life, classification of animals, and species found throughout the world.The book investigates many species, from the bizarre tuataras and tapirs to the amazing jaguars and giraffes that entice inquiring minds. The contents within this book are separated into the following appropriate sections: Prehistoric Animals, Living Fossils, the Rain Forest, and the Grasslands.Teacher reviews and answers accompany each article to reinforce comprehension and critical-thinking skills. In addition, there are projects, a glossary, animal and scientific word searches, Did You Knows, and an index.

This unique high reading interest book uncovers amazing enigmas throughout history, along with extraordinary animals, and the newly-discovered 40 million-year-old baby mammoth!The reader will find intriguing mysteries with many facets that embrace footprints in time such as: What is the purpose of the terracotta statues? Many archaeologists believe these terracotta soldiers were built to protect the Chinese emperor in the afterlife. Archaeological mysteries, along with mysterious body snatchers make this book hard to put down.This unique resource has chapter reviews, and projects to enhance critical thinking skills. An answer guide, and an index is also included.

Virginia’s Heritage & Environment provides an extensive in-depth look at Virginia’s geography, government, agriculture, economy, and cultural diversity.Among the many fascinating subjects covered in this book are Native Americans, the first European settlers, historical figures and sites of Virginia are among the many subjects. A broad section on Hampton Roads, Virginia complements the role the military plays around the world.This unique reference offers fascinating articles, facts, & teacher reviews. Teachers’ reviews and answers accompany each article to reinforce comprehension and critical-thinking skills.

This fact-filled reference navigates the reader through all of Central and South America, studying each country’s history, colonization, geography, and culture. With the growing importance of being environmentally-friendly, there is also information on each country’s environmental campaigns.Included are interesting facts on ancient civilizations, such as the Mayans, Aztecs, and Incas. Learn about the ruins of Rapa Nui and Machu Picchu.This resource also covers the Amazon rainforest, Galapagos Islands, Falkland Islands, Easter Island, and important naturalists and environmentalists. Each section has a teacher’s review highlighting important material. In addition, there are did you knows, projects, an answer key, and an index.

From the lemur's habitat to the wonders of the Linnaean classification system, this book gives valuable information on the primates and insight into the behavior, breeding, and social environment of these magnificent animals. The reader will develop an understanding of the lumur, the aye-aye, the gorilla, the baboon, the orangutan, the chimpanzee, and many other primates to numerous to mention. Truly a delightful book for any age and a great alternative reference.

This ancient continent, from the rain forests of the Amazon to the traditional weaving customs of tribes from the Andes Mountains is truly fascinating. This wealth of information on all of the 23 Central and South American countries gives the reader an understanding of ancient history, government, geography, industry and traditions, plus pages of the animal and plant life and fascinating Did You Knows of this part of the world.