{"product_id":"9781892083357","title":"Word Problems from Literature: Student Workbook","description":"\u003cp\u003eYou know how to solve story problems. Like a detective, you sift each clue until you solve the mystery.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBut what can you do when you come across a real stumper?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWell, here's one way to make sense of textbook word problems: turn them into a block puzzle. Denise Gaskins demonstrates how to use the problem-solving tool of bar model diagrams. These block-like drawings are actually a type of algebra that reveals the underlying structure of a math word problem and helps you see a path to the solution.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you can build with Legos or play Minecraft, you can solve math puzzles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTry your detective skills on story problems from several classic books and movies, from \u003cem\u003eMr. Popper's Penguins\u003c\/em\u003e to \u003cem\u003eThe Lord of the Rings.\u003c\/em\u003e And then make up some puzzles of your own, based in your favorite story worlds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* \u003cbr\u003e• *\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor answers and worked-out solutions, see the companion book \u003cem\u003eWord Problems from Literature: An Introduction to Bar Model Diagrams.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e* \u003cbr\u003e• *\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWord Problems from Literature\u003c\/em\u003e is part of the Playful Math Singles series from Tabletop Academy Press. These short, topical books feature clear explanations and ready-to-play activities.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tabletop Academy Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47062754132208,"sku":"9781892083357","price":10.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/9781892083357_p0.jpg?v=1763609931","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9781892083357","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}