Danesi, Marcel
Summary: The Best Brain Teasers of All Time gives you hours of fun-filled entertainment with brain teasers that develop your problem-solving skills in math, logic, and wordplay. Organized as an integrated challenge, these brain teasers build in momentum as they increase in difficulty from classic nursery rhymes to the riddle of the sphinx.
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2018
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: Math DanesiVentura, Marne.
Summary: "Lists fun brain teasers with a fun, gross theme"--Provided by publisher.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Capstone Press 2013
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 793.73 VENWood, Alix
Summary: "Whoops You kicked your soccer ball over the wall of a mysterious math professor. Can you get it back? Not without solving some puzzles first From geometry to prime numbers, math is the way readers can escape from the home and gardens on the math professor. Readers discover clues scattered throughout the book as they use probability, circles and degrees, and even the Fibonacci sequence to make...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Gareth Stevens Publishing 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 793.73 WOOPotter, William
Summary: Anna Kadabra is a mathmagical detective. When a mysterious, number-themed robbery takes place, she decides to take the case! Join Anna and her sphinx-kitten Cleo, in this action-packed adventure story-which will put your number skills to the test. As she hunts for clues, Anna will have to look out for the Division Dragon's tricks and traps. Help her to crack number codes, navigate maths maps,...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Gareth Stevens publishing 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 793.74 POTRegan, Lisa
Summary: "It can be difficult for some people to feel engaged in doing math and calculations, but with the use of puzzles, these tough concepts can become fun activities. With the help of this captivating volume, readers will build on their knowledge of key math skills and shape their aptitude for problem-solving. Each brainteaser features easy-to-understand text and eye-catching images that encourage...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Windmill Books 2020
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 793.8 REGWood, Kevin
Summary: "Touring a hacker's hideout might be exciting-if you could get out! Readers of this book have wandered where they shouldn't be and need to use technology knowledge they have and acquire while reading this book to find clues hidden throughout the book. They solve puzzles using technology topics like Boolean logic, binary, and Morse code, as well as critical thinking in order to escape."--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Gareth Stevens Publishing 2023
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Summary: Brush off those superpowers, it's time to team up with the Infinity Squad to save the city from certain destruction! Just like any team of superheroes, each member of this courageous group has a unique skill set, in this case a knack for math. Readers will be up to the challenge of helping the intrepid Infinity Squad solve a variety of problems as they endeavor to foil the evil plans of Doc...
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Gareth Stevens Publishing 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 793.74 POTSummary: The challenges and laser make the hugely popular Laser Maze Game fun. The fact that it’s a logic maze game that teaches STEM skills makes it a perfect game for anyone. Laser Maze requires you to use mirrors, beam-splitters, a little science and brainpower to direct the laser through a series of mind-challenging mazes and light up the target. This award-winning maze game is designed for solo...
Format: three dimensional object
Publisher / Publication Date: ThinkFun Inc 2014
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1 available in STEM Kits, Call number: J STEM KIT 129Wood, Kevin
Summary: Imagine you're on your way to visit an artist's studio, excited to see new work. But once you're inside, the door shuts-and locks you in! A frantic note advises you to leave, however, a number of puzzles need to be completed before that's possible. This book is a must-have, with content encouraging a unique combination of problem-solving, critical thinking, and reading comprehension. Art...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Gareth Stevens Publishing 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 793.73 WOORegan, Lisa
Summary: "Observation is a skill important in many parts of life. Developing this skill from a young age can encourage all kinds of success. Readers of this innovative volume use their observation skills to find answers and solve problems. They will also hone their knowledge of comprehension and deduction by looking for clues and using them to find answers. Short sections of accessible text accompany...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Windmill Books, an imprint of Rosen Publishing 2020
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 793.8 REGPotter, William
Summary: Captain Haley Comet is looking for a few good "mathstronauts" to help her maintain peace in the galaxy. They'll need a special set of skills to deal with the calculating aliens of the planet Calculus. Thrilled readers will want to immerse themselves in this diverting storyline and use their knowledge of fractions, symbols, operations, and more math concepts to avoid an interstellar war. Bright...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Gareth Stevens publishing 2021
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 793.74 POTSummary: Player draws a challenge card and places towers on the grid as indicated. The goal is to create a maze that will carry a marble from the start position to the target tower.
Format: three dimensional object
Publisher / Publication Date: ThinkFun Inc 2014
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1 available in STEM Kits, Call number: J STEM KIT #9Copies Available at Woodmere
1 available in STEM Kits, Call number: J STEM KIT 128Copies Available at Peninsula
1 available in STEM Kits, Call number: S.T.E.M. KIT #21 GRAVITY MAZE FALLING MARBLE LOGIC GAMEPotter, William
Summary: Daisy and Dale's father, adventurer Darren Deed, has gone missing during a mission to South America. After the kids receive a mysterious package in the mail, clues unravel that might lead to his whereabouts. He's possibly in the mysterious city of El Numero. Daisy and Dale need readers' help, and math skills, as they attempt to rescue their father. This clever volume seamlessly combines an...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Gareth Stevens publishing 2021