Description: "Curves and Fractals explores curve stitching, a way to approximate a curve using only straight lines; and fractals, which are patterns of shapes that look similar no matter whether you zoon in or out. Build your own fractals such as a Sierpinski triangle and a Koch snowflake. No expensive supplies are required! Everything needed to complete the activities are included or can be found around the house"--
Brief description: Rebecca Rapoport holds degrees in mathematics from Harvard and Michigan State. She is known as an innovator of new methods to introduce children to the critically important world of STEM education.
Review Quotes:
"A wonderful collection of attractive math topics that will entertain and inform kids (and their parents). A great way to share a stimulating learning activity."--Ronald L. Graham, Professor in Computer Science and Engineering at the University of California, San Diego; former Mathematical Association of America president; former American Mathematical Society president; former Bell Labs Chief Scientist
-- (3/27/2018 12:00:00 AM)