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Play with Math
Play with Math
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Play is left out in the school curriculum- Ed Surge
Zero's mission is to make math playful through - Math Jokes, Math Puns, Math Affirmation Notecards, Challenge boring Math problems with something more contextual.
Flipbook Links
Math challenge for the whole class. Build a chair for Bear - build a house for Cookie challenge. Etc
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USP - Key Message: Make math playful, tactile, humorous, and thoughtful.
Offering: Remember, Girls like books, boys like games. Math Games to print and play. (Blue Ocean - extend book to be playable)
Oink Games - https://oinkgames.com/en/games/digital/lets-play-oink-games/#nine-tiles
I want to talk like her about my stories: https://www.bravethinkinginstitute.com
What is problem you are solving?
What is problem you are solving?
Great Videos
Negative mindset with Math- being boring, hard, abstract, homework/rote learning heavy, instructional. Too much text heavy (Edutopia)
We play music, we read books but we DO the Math. Can Math become tactile play, can Math become a story to craft with?
Challenging old school of Math learning.
By 1st grade children become disinterested in the current system of education - Edutopia
Blog: Rewrite Edutopia/Mindshirt/too small to fail topics and provide hands-on tools for each story. USP - Math Games with Book
Play with Math is a series of stories that wants to nurture PLAY! Tune up math songs, make math paper games, knead colorful shapes, you must play!
Encourage children to do hands-on Math activities. We want children to see Math as a language of connection and a lens to the many fascinating secrets of the Universe.
Math is about Inquiry, Introspection, Reflection and Higher Truths about the Universe.
MATH is about training your mind to see the unseen around us to manifest the mystery of the Universe so we can share it with others.
Play with Math Series
Play with Math Series
Art Trouble
Finding Zero
Lucky Number
Ogre Ella stole our Home
Place Value
Five's Birthday Bash
Odd Even
Inside Ducky's Homework - Where did the numbers come from - Hieroglyphics
Origin of Numbers
Prime Numbers
Fractions
Multiplication
Division
Decimals
Negative Numbers
Money
ChatGPT Prompts
ChatGPT Prompts
Be more conversational, specific, unique, counterintuitive, useful, surprising.
Write a blog post with about visual learning style. Use stats and data throughout the article while citing your sources.Keep the tone humorous and readable for kids in k-5. Include these sections,
1.What is a [visual learning style]?
2. Describe a [visual learner],
3.What are characteristics of a [visual learner].
4. Please share interesting stats about [visual learner] that very few people are talking about.
5.Give 5 cool stem careers that use [visual learning].
6.Give examples of [visual learning] from a disney movie
8. Why is [visual learning] important in Math
8.HOW CAN PARENTS helo [visual learning] ?
9. What are [visual learning] strategies and study skills specifically for math
10.How is [visual learning] useful to the teacher.
11. What are the most popular social posts about [visual learners] based on likes and shares?
12. Can you provide five blog post ideas based around the seed keyword “Visual Learning Style” Make the blog post ideas as fun and engaging as possible.
Please write a blog post about [insert the topic here] and use stats and data throughout the article while citing your sources as well as write the introduction in a storytelling format.
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What are the most popular social posts about [insert the topic] based on likes and shares?
“Can you provide five blog post ideas based around the seed keyword “iced tea recipe?” Make the blog post ideas as fun and engaging as possible.”
Repetition in Mathematics
Can you write a short introductory paragraph (less than 75 words) telling people about the benefits of Repetition in Mathematics.
The wording should be informal but not include slang, emojis, or exclamation points. It should be written in the second person. The target audience is parents and primary school educators interested in Repetition in Mathematics but don’t know how to make it interesting to students.
“Can you write a short introductory paragraph (less than 75 words) telling people about the benefits of AI when it comes to writing content? The wording should be informal but not include slang, emojis, or exclamation points. It should be written in the second person. The target audience is digital marketers interested in using AI but don’t know where to start.”
Can you answer the question: will iced tea keep you awake? Please limit your response to 100 words or less.
Can you create a short piece of copy for my home page, showcasing the benefits of iced tea and its health benefits, including how it hydrates you and has virtually no calories?
What topics does [insert competitor URL] discuss the most frequently?
Math 1st Series
Math 1st Series
- Art Trouble - ISBN. 978-1-962869-00-3
- Finding Zero - ISBN. 978-1-962869-01-0
Juvenile/Concepts/Counting and Numbers
Juvenile/Non Fiction/Math/Arithmatic
Juvenile/Fiction/Social Themes/Friendship
- Ogre Ella stole our City
- Lucky Number
Zero - Everything is nothing with a twist.
- Place Value
- Symmetry
- 5's Birthday Bash
One Two Tree
- Inside Ducky's Homework
- Fibonacii
- Odd Even
ART TROUBLE
"The essence of mathematics lies in its freedom." - Georg Cantor
When we think of imagination and freedom of expression we think of Art, perhaps music and dance. Nobody even remotely thinks of Math.
ART TROUBLE is a hilarious story that makes the connection between Art and Math by personalizing the unique artistic abilities of the Numbers. It tells a witty story of team building where the Numbers work together to create something marvelous. In the process the Numbers learn that when they are not attached to their ideas, their minds become FREE to imagine greater things.
The story effortlessly connects Math and Art to opens young minds to the fascinating world of pattern recognition and team building as valuable tools in problem solving. The story weaves around the four stages of psychological development a team goes through namely Forming, Storming, Norming and Performing (FSNP) as they work together to bring to life - a project that is beyond their individual imagination.
Free Poster:
See how shapes are made from one to many dots. Use them to create your own shapes.
Ideas for workshops: Can you make animate your shapes?
Physically: Introduce Physics: Use cams, gears, levers etc.
Digitally: Teach storytelling and animation: Using a gif maker
Mathematically: Teach logic, and conditions: Using Code.
2. Finding Zero
"The study of mathematics, like the Nile, begins in minuteness but ends in magnificence." - Charles Caleb Colton
FRIENDSHIP can change you. You are the average of 5 people around you. Zero changes super power from Invisibility to adding value - being present.
This becomes the focus of FINDING ZERO. The numbers learn in the game of Addition that Adding is a friendship between two or more numbers that makes them grow into something bigger. Zero has a hard time understanding how he makes a fine friend. His special powers of becoming invisible makes it hard for him to play the game. Children understand counting and the value of Zero in the number system while taking a peek at Zero's history over the many centuries of mathematics.
Theme - Friendships can change you. Not being seen, not being appreciated. He is different because he doesn't fit with game's mechanics. Nobody really wanted him so he thought being invisible is cool. Now he thinks adding value is even better. He thought it was fun to hide and trick people. Now he really wanted to be a friend to make One happy.
🌟 Uncover the Power of Friendship in FINDING ZERO! 🧮🔍
🌟 Uncover the Power of Friendship in FINDING ZERO! 🧮🔍
🌌 Step into a world where mathematics holds the key to transformation and where the bonds of friendship can change everything. As Charles Caleb Colton wisely said, "The study of mathematics, like the Nile, begins in minuteness but ends in magnificence." Prepare to be captivated by the enchanting tale of FINDING ZERO! 📚✨
👥 We all know that we are the average of the five people we surround ourselves with. But what if friendship has the power to transform not only ourselves but even numbers? In FINDING ZERO, Zero discovers a remarkable superpower that shifts his existence from invisibility to adding value and being present. It's a game-changer! 🎭💪
➕ Dive into the captivating world of Addition, where numbers learn that adding is more than just a mathematical operation. It's a profound friendship between two or more numbers, creating something greater than themselves. However, Zero struggles to understand how he can be a fine friend. His unique ability to become invisible makes it challenging for him to participate in the game. 🤔🔢
👧👦 Join Zero on a journey that introduces children to the wonders of counting and the value of Zero within the number system. Peek into Zero's history, spanning centuries of mathematics, and witness his evolution alongside the understanding of his significance. Discover how friendship can transform perceptions and change lives. 🌟🌍
💫 The underlying theme of FINDING ZERO resonates deeply: Friendships have the power to change us. It's a poignant reminder of the struggles faced by those who go unseen and unappreciated. Zero, once content with his invisibility, realizes that adding value is the true path to fulfillment. He yearns to be a friend, to bring joy to One, and to create meaningful connections. 🤝💙
📚 Unveil the magic of FINDING ZERO today! Let this extraordinary journey inspire young hearts to embrace the power of friendship and the transformative potential within themselves. Witness the beauty that unfolds when we choose to add value and make a difference in the lives of others. ✨🌈
History of Zero
Hard Print - Do a poster on dust jacket.
Soft Cover: U can offer this as a free download when they sign up on your website. Add this note in the back of the book.
3.LUCKY NUMBER?
3.LUCKY NUMBER?
I am enough.
"Mathematics is not about numbers, equations, computations, or algorithms: it is about understanding." - William Paul Thurston
Step into the world of witty Numbers, where they have fascinating personalities. At Numberland Elementary, "Lucky Numbers Day" is an extra-ordinary day where numbers can celebrate themselves and others. As you turn the pages of this comical story, you'll witness each number's distinctive abilities that you might not have heard of and their valuable contributions to the world we know. Zero's insightful view on being "Nothing" inspires a Number who is grappling with its value to change its mind.
Art Style:
Raza: https://www.wikiart.org/en/s-h-raza
Roy: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jamini_Roy
Greedy Triangle: https://youtu.be/9Xm3McQ6upw
Who is the Lucky Number?
Numbers have personalities, they make everything around us more magical.
Story about learning about our self worth is important.
When we know what we are good at; we learn to appreciate ourselves.
When we like ourselves, there is NOTHING missing/wanting.
We don't want other people's special gifts. We should nurture my own.
Just like Zero decides, he doesn't want to be a leader. He was happy to be Nothing. Nothing was missing for him.
When we love ourselves, we can love others for their strengths.
In this interesting story. each number shows us their special powers and what they have created in the school, except Zero. He doesn't know how 'Nothing' can be useful. Instead of cheering each other, someone starts a fight to be the Leader of the Numbers. Who is the most valuable (Lucky) Number?
🌟 Unravel the Mystery of the Lucky Number in this Captivating Tale! 🔢✨
💫 Step into a world where numbers come alive with personalities, adding a touch of magic to everything that surrounds us. Discover the profound truth that lies within each number's unique identity. Prepare to be enchanted by a story that unveils the importance of self-worth and the beauty of appreciating our own strengths. Introducing the captivating journey of "Who is the Lucky Number?" 📚🌈
🌌 As William Paul Thurston wisely said, "Mathematics is not about numbers, equations, computations, or algorithms: it is about understanding." Dive into a heartfelt narrative that delves deep into the essence of self-discovery and acceptance. Learn that recognizing our own abilities and appreciating ourselves is the key to feeling complete. We don't need to seek other people's gifts; we must nurture and celebrate our own. 🎁🙌
💙 Follow Zero's transformative decision, as he realizes that being a leader isn't his desire. He finds contentment in being "Nothing." For Zero, nothing is missing; he embraces the power of self-acceptance and self-love. Witness the power of this realization as it radiates through the story, illuminating the path towards embracing oneself. 💚🌟
💞 Love for oneself allows us to love others for their unique strengths. In this captivating tale, each number showcases its special powers and creations within the school, except for Zero. Unable to comprehend how "Nothing" can be useful, Zero faces a journey of self-discovery that goes beyond the surface. As a fight to be the Leader of the Numbers unfolds, the question arises: Who truly holds the title of the most valuable (Lucky) Number? 🤔🏆
📖 Embark on this fascinating journey, where each turn of the page brings new insights and delightful surprises. Discover the beauty of embracing our individuality and celebrating the diverse talents within ourselves and others. Let the story of "Who is the Lucky Number?" captivate your imagination and inspire a deeper understanding of self-worth. 🌠✨
#LuckyNumber #SelfWorthJourney #EmbraceYourUniqueness #MagicalNumbers #LoveYourself #DiscoverYourStrengths
Activity Book
Coloring book with writing practice for simple Affirmations around self worth - {Came to me in a dream. Grades k-2
4. Ogre Ella stole our home.
4. Ogre Ella stole our home.
Subtraction and Problem solving
Philosophy: Abundance is our natural state of being. We need to remove limitations. We are already what we want to be. We must remove limiting thoughts and beliefs.
Check Amazon -Working books in Math and ELA do well for Pre-K and K-2.
Place Value
Place Value
Problems of Big Numbers
2 feels very small. She wants to be bigger than 8. She asks for her friend 0's help. He brings her a magic ladder called Place value where each step is for each place value. 2 feels great . Magic always comes with a price. The Place value ladder wants tangible things in return. She needs to turn the number into something tangible for the world to see.
She gets really big. She starts with 20flowers. She is excited to make 200 butterflies. They make 2000 caterpillars ? She doesnt know how to organize them. They are running everywhere and causing havoc. So the comma comes in. to take care of the caterpillars she makes 20000 chickens.. 20000 chickens lay 200000 eggs! She doesn't want them to explode into chickens, so she needs to find out what to do!
Why didnt you make trees? We could have solved a world problem? Or grass? Humans love to mow them? You could have given so many bald men some hair! Instead you made flowers?
She really wants to become 2 again. Does she go down the ladder? How does she reduce things? By division? What does she make with eggs? A cake? What does she end up with?
She contacts 10 bakeries, 10 supermarkets, 10 icecream stores, she dug 10 secret spots for easter, she baked a cake with 10 eggs and and some used another 8 for some eggnog and was back to being 2 again. She was back to being 2 again
In life how do we manage overwhelm? We unconciously create too much. The imagery should be funny. She is on a tall ladder and finds it so hard to walk. She wants to get down .
SYMMETRY
SYMMETRY
You want to hear my story?
4-5 It was a bright sunny day and I was taking a sweet sip in my garden, the next thing, I hear a terrible loud noise.
6-7 -Then like in the movies, I get sucked into a giant tunnel. It is so scary and then i get spit out. It feels like I can't do anything. I dont know who I am.
8-9 -I dont eat spiders or drink bla bla bla. I don't do this and that..but I am kinda hungry.. If you turn the page I might turn into a giant monster and eat you...
Eyes
10-11 - What? You are still here? I told you i was a nice guy. I don't even know where my mouth is, So I can't eat. But I see so many things eat. But my eyes... They are everywhere.. Can you be kind to find anything that looks round and drag it to the next page. Remember to drag them on together. I dont want them to run away if you trasfer them 1 at a time.
Talk about different types of symmetry as the reader organizes the bee. Like the Bee knows it feels just right or doesn't feel good how it looks.
Nose
12-13 - Ah! I can see you very clearly now.ooh! But I seem to see in all directions. Even beyond this page. I can see inside, outside, to the left and to the right, to the top and the bottom. Did you take a shower? I can see inside your nose. Its a bit gross. Well that reminds me, where is my nose? Well if you don't help me find my nose I am going to see all the bad stuff in you... bla bla bla. Just a tip: My nose does not have dark. scary holes. they are sophisticated like 2 antennas on your remote control. Pretty cool. But I know you are not going to hellp me anyway.
legs and hands
14-15 -I know what you are thinking, 5 eyes, antenna for a nose. No I am not ET's cousin. And before you judge me to be a creepy spider, let me tell you I am Not a trapper or a trickster. I am terrified of spiders just like you are! last I remember I had 2 hands like you and 4 legs. If you can kindly find them and fit it back on me, I will crawl all over you and tickle you. I know you won't do it. Too creepy right?
16-17 -It is so nice to have my hands back. How I find my mouth and tongue. I know what your thinking. I am some evil bug waiting to attack the world and reign terror bla bla blah.. But if you just flip me over I have some stuff stuck on the other side.
18-19
You did? You are not afraid of me? Oh no, what is this thing? I don't remember having cobwebs. Wait a minute am I really a spider with amnesia? Am I really going to eat you because I am just bad that way? Oh NO! I so want to be your friend but I am hungry and I really don't know who I am? Do yuo know what these are?
20-21
Did you say wings? Can they really be wings? Oh Wow! Can I really be a bat? Or an eagle or some cool flying robot from outer space? Wait I might be a nasty beetle that is going to sting you. No! If I dont know, who knows the answer? Who am I? Pls don't turn the page if you can't fix my wings, I don;t want to fly and sting you. I just want to be your friend.
22-23
Wow! You fixed my wings? I can fly? But I am so dirty like the tunnel which sucked me. or am I really a witch? and missing my hat and broom? Can you get me a bucket of water so I can take a clean bath? Or find me my hat and my broom? AH! Why will you do that? Go ahead close the book. Nobody wants a dirty friend,
24-25
Wow! I am golden, I am fuzzy and I know what I am! I am teddybear with wings. I am off to find some honey! See ya!
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30-31
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5's birthday - Infinite Possibilities.
5's birthday - Infinite Possibilities.
You have infinite possibilities to control your reactions. Not your circumstances,
Mathematically important to do mental math. Addition.
In the land of numbers, 5 decided to have a birthday party
He wanted to invite the whole class for his birthday, but living in a house for 5, his house had room for only 5 friends
She only invited the smaller numbers "One",2,3 and 4 so he could feel big and special on his important day
Her friends decided to take turns to attend his party. Mama decided to bake 5 different cakes and he could blow 5 different candles!
5 was very excited! He even found a bus which could help his friends make sure they made a 5
The Ones decided to come first (form a circle) to sing Happy birthday
5 cut her "One"st cake with the Ones!
Next was the 2s turn. 3 of the twos got into the Bus. Too much screamed the bus.
So one of the twos got down. Too little screamed the bus.
What number do we need to make it a 5? Can you help?
One! Yes one got on the bus. Perfect! The green lights went on, and off they went to the party
5 cut his 2nd cake with the 2s and "One"!
There were another 2 waiting at the bus stop. But he did not want to go with other 2s. His friends were the Ones. He wanted to go with One, One and another One
The bus was happy! The green light went on, Yay! Off they went to the party
5 cut his 3rd cake with the 2s and "One"s again! Oh So fun!
Next turn was for 3. She had many friends, the Ones and a 2.
She tried to get in with all of them. Too many beeped the bus!
The 2 got down and off they went to the party!
5 cut her 4th birthday cake with the 3s and "One"s
Next it was the 4s turn. He wanted to go with his friend 0.
But silly 5 had forgotten to invite 0 to the party!
The bus did'nt mind nor did 0. But they still could't go! Too less yelled the Bus!
Because 0 does not add to any number! And so "One" decided to join them
And they had a lot of fun! 5 cut his last and 5th birhday cake with 4, 0 and "One"
The cakes were all gone and the party was done
Or so we thought..
But 3 was wanted another trip. She only got to go with her friend the 2. She really wanted to go with her friends the "One"s
She got onto the bus. The bus broke a tire. She had a terrible melt down…
Until bus cried just like she cried. Bus stopped when she stopped to see.
It made 3 laugh a lot. What is the bus doing she wondered. Then talked.. Bus said it was trying to have a tantrum. And asked her to remember it every time her mind wanted to get frustrated or angry.
Much like there were so many ways to go the Five’s birthday, there were so many ways to release our negative emotions. Our frustration might feel strong and limitless but so is our imagination, joy and enthusiasm that can change it.
Once she calmed down, Bus asked her what she really wanted?
She wanted to be with her friends the Ones. She wanted cake and balloons.
She got so excited, she rant to the storeo the store and bought a cake and invited all her friends to a party on the bus. Bus got a large piece of cake!
5 Celebrates her Birthday -
5 Celebrates her Birthday -
Philosophy: - Its about Infinite Possibilities. - Just 5 numbers show you the meaning of infinite possibilities -
Dont look at things as they are. How to train your mind to look for possibilities? Growth Mindset.
Can you see things beyond what is easily seen? This is what numbers encourage you to do!
You can change something in a small amount and create infinite possibilities.
What are your talents? What can you change/combine to create infinite possibilities for your growth?
Combinatorics has a history! Promote the history as a poster, lesson plan, printout connected to a blogpost
Odd and Even
Odd and Even
2 is about relationship between numbers. Balance is about harmony (relationship) of the opposites.
Even can be added to even to get even. Even can be multiplied by even to get even. Even is divided by even to get even.
What about odd? Tis should become trivia along the book.
There could be different animals or things that look weird because of the extra parts. Lots of funny imagination. You need to separate them with touch, tap, shake, rotate and move to balance them into 2s and pull the odd one out. Maybe something goes into a trashcan. How do you funnyily get rid of the excess. Can you tie it to excess emotions to bring restore balance.
Inside Ducky's homework
Inside Ducky's homework
A story about gratitude: What you appreciate you can have more of. We need to appreciate the intangibles just like the unseen numbers.
The numbers feel neglected so they smuggle a rocket from Ducky's homework and leave for Mars.
THey talk about all the partiality inside his book: 0-o, 1-i,2 is C with a tail. 3 is w/upside down M, 4 is an afterthought from writing L with a stick ,5 is S, 6 is upsidedown 9, 7 is L, 8 is 2 os, 9 is P.
Nobody is going to miss them. Nobody colors numbers or tells stories about them. There are no movies about them. Everyone has a favorite color or a favorite animal but not a favorite number, Its so unfair. Its like they don't have emotions or personalities. Nobody even knows where they came from so its not like they are going to go searching for them.
Everything comes to a standstill.
Colors don't work for humans- they turn back and white, birds, ocean, bees use math, music doesn't work, computers have lost a lot info, we can't communicate, pages have no numbers. There is pure chaos.
5 is left behind. So 5 talks to Ducky about the things she learned in the alphabet world
Alphabets work together to create visual things and emotions.
But numbers are much more mysterious and interesting. They can take on many meanings depending on your imagination. They work through the concept of patterns and and asks him to recognize the numbers in everyday things and appreciate them.
Like 1 can describe 1 lonely sock stuck in the dryer or the 1 special sticker his friend gave him during recess or the 1 favorite icecream he likes to eat every Friday. He remembers the things but he forgets the numbers. 1 can have so many special meaning for a person.
So Ducky thinks about all the things he is grateful for using numbers
1 loving world that is his family, 2 curious eyes to see the beautiful things in the world, 3 hearty meals a day, 4 fantastic wheels on his toy truck to go anywhere, 5 energetic fingers on each hand to experiment with lots of things, 6 new flowers in his garden that attract butterflies, bees and birds, 7 notes on his instrument to play music, 8 pm on the clock to finish a bubble bath and get ready for bed time stories, 9 friends in his class to play with everyday!
The numbers are very pleased and return.
https://www.bbc.com/future/article/20200907-the-remarkable-ways-animals-understand-numbers#:~:text=Several%20studies%20examining%20animals%20in,and%20persist%20in%20social%20interactions.
human understand things better using numbers
magical language to explore the universe. Not a boring thing.
Numbers give you more information. Do the exercise to describe something just using words. Now add numbers to it
words can only describe things. To connect the words you need numbers
words need a language. Only use words to talk to people who use the language. Numbers is everybody's language. It makes it so powerful. Aniamsl can teach us things to numbers. They don't use human words
when people try to solve problems they use numbers
Big things are created using the language of numbers
geniuses know how to use numbers to learn about the universe
Without numbers you can't compare things
You can't store important info with just words
Numbers let you share info that words can't
- Math and Art are everywhere - Coloring book
The Math of Growth: Fibonacii-2024
The Math of Harmony-Symmetry 2024
1 2 Tree, The Math of a seed- 2024
The Math of Infinity - make this about Love.
Math of a Cell,
In a Song
In a Game
In a Cupcake
In a human body
In a Car/ In a Doll.
In a garden,
In the stars,
In a drawing
In a dance
In a day
In your clothes
In a clock,
In a Building etc
In a computer
Under a microscope
In a snoflake
Under the sea
In a spiders web
In the sky - birds make art
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