Author: David Hillel GoodmanPublisher: World Scientific
ISBN: 9811213208
Category : Puzzles
Languages : en
Pages : 163
Book Description
Two-minute Puzzle Book, The: Puzzles To Train Your Brain
Author: David Hillel GoodmanPublisher: World Scientific
ISBN: 9811213216
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 163
Book Description
LEARN SHORTCUTS Many of the puzzles will seem as though they will take longer than two minutes to solve, but ... there are shortcuts if you can find them!! There are faster ways to solve each problem and dilemma. The Two-Minute Puzzle Book will teach you to look for such loopholes and shortcuts!ENGAGING THEMATIC PUZZLES From Chapter One's 'The One and Only' through Chapter Nine's 'The Whole Nine Yards', each chapter contains puzzles related to the chapter's theme. For example, in the second chapter, you will find mechanical puzzles with double pieces, riddles about couples, line puzzles and more.There are match puzzles, tangram-related puzzles, paper puzzles, geometric puzzles and mathematical puzzles to tease and occupy all types of puzzlists. Some require intuition but all are two minutes away from a solution.UNIQUE CHALLENGES As with their previous puzzle books, the authors, David Goodman and Ilan Garibi, aim to provide a fresh and original book. Many of the puzzles are coming from their heads and are not retreads!! There are some classic puzzles too, but the authors present them in an original way.CULTIVATE YOUR BRAIN TO THINK CREATIVELY Crack open this book and allow the puzzles presented to train your brain. Always look for a bypass or shortcut. Find a different point of view. By rephrasing the question, a solution may surface!We hope that this book will tickle your imagination and sharpen your mind. You just might begin to solve everyday 'real-world' problems differently. FLEX YOUR BRAIN.
The Two-minute Puzzle Book
Author: David GoodmanPublisher:
ISBN: 9789811209857
Category : Puzzles
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
"LEARN SHORTCUTS Many of the puzzles will seem as though they will take longer than two minutes to solve, but ... there are shortcuts if you can find them!! There are faster ways to solve each problem and dilemma. The Two-Minute Puzzle Book will teach you to look for such loopholes and shortcuts! ENGAGING THEMATIC PUZZLES From Chapter One's "The One and Only" through Chapter Nine's "The Whole Nine Yards", each chapter contains related puzzles to the chapter's theme. For example, in the second chapter, you will find mechanical puzzles with double pieces, riddles about couples, line puzzles and more. There are match puzzles, tangram-related puzzles, paper puzzles, geometric puzzles and mathematical puzzles to tease and occupy all types of puzzlists. Some are asking for intuition but all are two minutes away from a solution"
Author: Gareth MooreTrain Your Brain
Author: George GratzerPublisher: CRC Press
ISBN: 156881710X
Category : Mathematics
Languages : en
Pages : 255
Book Description
Many people start the day with physical exercise but few seem to be so concerned with exercising the most human of organs-the brain. This book provides you with entertaining and challenging mental exercises for every week of the year. Whether you are a high school student eager to sharpen your brain, or someone older who would like to retain your mental agility, you will find your brain getting sharper and more agile as you solve the puzzles in this book. Read a few puzzles every week, think about them, solve them, and you will see the results. And on the way to a sharper mind, you will enjoy every step.
Mind-Melting Conundrums
Author: Robert AllenPublisher:
ISBN: 9781438007670
Category : Puzzles
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Designed by three puzzle-book pros and Mensa members, Mind-Melting Conundrums is brimming with almost 100 pages of number stumpers, logic problems, and verbal tests. Split into three levels of difficulty--called Super Brain, Mega Mind, and Ultra Genius--it gets more challenging as the pages progress. Kids, adults, and anyone else who enjoys a good dose of mental calisthenics will find themselves hooked by each marvelous, mind-melting puzzle.
299 On-the-Go Games & Puzzles to Keep Your Brain Young
Author: Nancy LindePublisher: Workman Publishing Company
ISBN: 1523516801
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 350
Book Description
Give your brain a healthy workout—Anytime, Anywhere. Not just any book of games, this collection by the bestselling author of 399 Games, Puzzles & TriviaChallenges Specially Designed to Keep Your Brain Youngis expertly created to keep your brain in tip-top shape—even while you’re on the go. With its shorter puzzles and portable size, it’s perfect for getting your cognitive exercise in while waiting at the dentist’s office, traveling, or whenever you have a few spare minutes to challenge yourself. Arranged in difficulty from “Easy Does It!” to “Finish Strong!,” these 299 surprisingly fun puzzles target six key cognitive functions: Long-term memory Working memory Executive functioning Attention to detail Multitasking Processing speed
Paper Puzzle Book, The: All You Need Is Paper!
Author: Ilan GaribiPublisher: World Scientific
ISBN: 9813202432
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 265
Book Description
'This is a marvellous book. The diversity of possible puzzles that can be given with these very limited resources, which are basically some paper and scissors, is overwhelming, and the challenges are sometimes very tough. Even the two-star problems may be hard for an untrained puzzler. This is medicine against boredom on long rainy days, but be careful not to get addicted or it may suck up your less empty and sunny days as well.' See Full ReviewEuropean Mathematical Society ALL YOU NEED IS PAPER! All the puzzles inside are made out of paper — from simple teasers to extreme brain workouts!ORIGINAL DESIGNS Co-developed by a mathematician, an origami artist and a mechanical puzzle maker, this inventive book provides a unique and invaluable collection of a large, comprehensive and diverse variety of paper puzzles. And they only require a sheet of paper and perhaps a pair of scissors!EASY TO CHALLENGING There are 99 unique puzzles including paper strip puzzles, Möbius strips and flexagons, two-dimensional sheet folding, 'fold-and-cut' puzzles, 3D dissections and constructions, sequence folding puzzles, origami puzzles and even paper toys and magic. PROVIDES HOURS OF FUN Anyone of any age can find hours of enjoyment and challenge!LEARNING GEOMETRY, MATHEMATICS AND PROBLEM-SOLVING CHALLENGES CAN BE FUN! For students and teachers; parents and children; amateur and skilled mathematicians, and puzzle lovers.LEARN CONCEPTS AS YOU GO! Many of the puzzles are new and original, they complement the classic puzzles that are included and all of them come with a solution as well as a mathematical and geometrical explanation that can be easily understood by all. The layout of the book, with its extensive puzzles, solutions and detailed descriptions, make it a sure candidate as the paper puzzle 'bible' for enthusiasts and puzzle lovers everywhere.
Train Your Brain
Author: Puzzler MediaPublisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1626367108
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 438
Book Description
Just as diet and exercise can help you maintain your physical strength, daily stimulation of your brain can help save your brain from deterioration. The puzzles here are varied and include memory and logic tests; anagrams, word games, and word searches; arithmetic problems and crossword puzzles of all sorts; Futoshiki, Kakuro, and Sudoku tests; and so many more. The key to stimulating your mind is variety, not difficulty, so the puzzles have been devised to be accessible for brains of all ages. From memory quizzes to math problems, there is something here for everyone.
Train Your Brain: Math Games
Author: Insight KidsPublisher: iSeek
ISBN: 9781647224226
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 64
Book Description
Make math fun with amazing brain-teasing puzzles! Hours of enjoyment while developing critical thinking skills. Developing critical thinking skills has never been more fun with Train Your Brain: Math Games. Kids will be introduced to math principles through engaging and entertaining mind-bending activities! OVER 50 BRAIN-TEASING PUZZLES: Hours of activities to enjoy! GAMES FOR EVERY BRAIN: Offering a wide variety of puzzles and brain twisters, including word problems, number puzzles, sequence challenges, matching puzzles, grid games, and more! ANSWER KEY: Solutions to every puzzle are provided in the back of the book. SERIES FUN: Collect all titles in this brand-new series with Train Your Brain: Logic Games and more to come!
