Author: Arthur Whimbey
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1135706174
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 400
Book Description
This popular book shows students how to increase their power to analyze problems and to comprehend what they read. First, it outlines and illustrates the method that good problem solvers use in attacking complex ideas. Then, it provides practice in applying these methods to a variety of comprehension and reasoning questions. Books on the improvement of thinking processes have tended to be complicated and less than useful, but the authors of this renowned text emphasize a simple but effective approach. The "Whimbey Method" of teaching problem solving is now recognized as an invaluable means of teaching people to think. Problems are followed by their solutions, presented in easy-to-follow steps. This feature permits students to work without supervision, outside the classroom. As students work through the book they will see a steady improvement in their analytical thinking skills, and will develop confidence in their ability to solve problems--on tests; in academic courses; and in any occupations that involve analyzing, untangling, or comprehending knotty ideas. By helping students to become better problem solvers, this book can assist students in achieving higher scores on tests commonly used for college and job selection, such as: * Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) * Graduate Record Examination (GRE) * ACT Work Keys * Terra Nova * Law School Admission Test (LSAT) * Wonderlic Personnel Test * United States Employment Service General Aptitude Test Battery * Civil Service Examination New in the 6th edition: A totally new chapter--"Meeting Academic and Workplace Standards: How This Book Can Help"--describes changes in the educational system in the past 20 years and shows how the techniques taught in this book relate to the new educational standards and tests. Changes throughout the book reflect current educational and social realities: the names of some characters have been changed to represent more accurately the cross-section of students attending today's schools; dates in some problems have been changed; in other problems the technology referred to has been updated.
Problem Solving and Reasoning Workbook Ages 5-7
Author: Collins Easy Learning
Publisher: Collins
ISBN: 9780008387907
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Level: KS1Subject: MathsAn engaging problem solving and reasoning workbook to help boost your child's progress at every stage of their learning! Fully in line with the national curriculum, this Maths book provides reassurance whilst supporting your child's learning at home.Each fun activity is designed to give your child a real sense of achievement.Included in this book: - questions that enable children to practise the important skills learned at school- colourful activities that make learning fun and motivate children to learn at home- helpful tips and answers so that you can support your child's learning
Publisher: Collins
ISBN: 9780008387907
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Level: KS1Subject: MathsAn engaging problem solving and reasoning workbook to help boost your child's progress at every stage of their learning! Fully in line with the national curriculum, this Maths book provides reassurance whilst supporting your child's learning at home.Each fun activity is designed to give your child a real sense of achievement.Included in this book: - questions that enable children to practise the important skills learned at school- colourful activities that make learning fun and motivate children to learn at home- helpful tips and answers so that you can support your child's learning
Problem Solving 101
Author: Ken Watanabe
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101029188
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 130
Book Description
The fun and simple problem-solving guide that took Japan by storm Ken Watanabe originally wrote Problem Solving 101 for Japanese schoolchildren. His goal was to help shift the focus in Japanese education from memorization to critical thinking, by adapting some of the techniques he had learned as an elite McKinsey consultant. He was amazed to discover that adults were hungry for his fun and easy guide to problem solving and decision making. The book became a surprise Japanese bestseller, with more than 370,000 in print after six months. Now American businesspeople can also use it to master some powerful skills. Watanabe uses sample scenarios to illustrate his techniques, which include logic trees and matrixes. A rock band figures out how to drive up concert attendance. An aspiring animator budgets for a new computer purchase. Students decide which high school they will attend. Illustrated with diagrams and quirky drawings, the book is simple enough for a middleschooler to understand but sophisticated enough for business leaders to apply to their most challenging problems.
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101029188
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 130
Book Description
The fun and simple problem-solving guide that took Japan by storm Ken Watanabe originally wrote Problem Solving 101 for Japanese schoolchildren. His goal was to help shift the focus in Japanese education from memorization to critical thinking, by adapting some of the techniques he had learned as an elite McKinsey consultant. He was amazed to discover that adults were hungry for his fun and easy guide to problem solving and decision making. The book became a surprise Japanese bestseller, with more than 370,000 in print after six months. Now American businesspeople can also use it to master some powerful skills. Watanabe uses sample scenarios to illustrate his techniques, which include logic trees and matrixes. A rock band figures out how to drive up concert attendance. An aspiring animator budgets for a new computer purchase. Students decide which high school they will attend. Illustrated with diagrams and quirky drawings, the book is simple enough for a middleschooler to understand but sophisticated enough for business leaders to apply to their most challenging problems.
Thinking Skills
Author: School Zone
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781589473508
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 68
Book Description
Putting two and two together takes practice and concentration Help your child develop observation and reasoning abilities. This 64-page Thinking Skills workbook helps preschoolers practice organizing information, classifying, sequencing, completing picture analogies, and solving logic puzzles. A range of activities are designed to sharpen focus and attention to detail. "Circle 5 things that are wrong with this picture." "Draw what comes next." "Put an X by the picture that shows why this happened." Full-color illustrations enhance every page.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781589473508
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 68
Book Description
Putting two and two together takes practice and concentration Help your child develop observation and reasoning abilities. This 64-page Thinking Skills workbook helps preschoolers practice organizing information, classifying, sequencing, completing picture analogies, and solving logic puzzles. A range of activities are designed to sharpen focus and attention to detail. "Circle 5 things that are wrong with this picture." "Draw what comes next." "Put an X by the picture that shows why this happened." Full-color illustrations enhance every page.
Kindergarten Thinking and Reasoning
Author: Highlights Learning
Publisher: Highlights Press
ISBN: 1684372852
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 51
Book Description
A unique blend of age-appropriate tracing and writing activities are combined with puzzles to make learning fun while helping kindergarteners build logic and critical thinking skills and develop lifelong learning confidence. Developing good thinking and deductive reasoning skills is an important step toward success in school, and Highlights (TM) infuses Fun with a Purpose® into this essential learning activity. With vibrant art and engaging prompts, Thinking and Reasoning exposes kindergarteners to concepts such as sequencing and grouping and sorting through appealing activities and fun puzzles, including That's Silly!(TM) and Hidden Pictures® puzzles.
Publisher: Highlights Press
ISBN: 1684372852
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 51
Book Description
A unique blend of age-appropriate tracing and writing activities are combined with puzzles to make learning fun while helping kindergarteners build logic and critical thinking skills and develop lifelong learning confidence. Developing good thinking and deductive reasoning skills is an important step toward success in school, and Highlights (TM) infuses Fun with a Purpose® into this essential learning activity. With vibrant art and engaging prompts, Thinking and Reasoning exposes kindergarteners to concepts such as sequencing and grouping and sorting through appealing activities and fun puzzles, including That's Silly!(TM) and Hidden Pictures® puzzles.
Logic Workbook for Gritty Kids
Author: Dan Allbaugh
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781735770833
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 128
Book Description
Visually compelling puzzles and games engage children in purposeful problem solving and STEM skill development through grit building challenges. Over 150 developmentally appropriate activities are organized by subject and captivate a wide spectrum of learners. -Spatial Reasoning-Math Puzzles-Logic Problems-Word Games-Activities-Two-Player GamesEach section has a low floor but high ceiling as puzzles grow in difficulty, inspiring children through early success which motivates continued engagement. Beautifully illustrated characters from the 2021 Reader's Favorite gold medal winner for best children's animal book, The Gritty Little Lamb, deliver personality while also providing inspiration and encouragement in spirited rhyme as kids work through meaningful activities to build essential problem solving and critical thinking skills fundamental to all curriculum. Answers are provided in the back of the book and a certificate of achievement is included that can be presented upon completion. 13 pencil and paper two-player games facilitate the direct application of acquired skills and provide the foundation for continued fun and growth after the book is finished.Whether you are looking for activities to develop or entertain, Logic Workbook for Gritty Kids is unmatched. Comprehensive content is most appropriate for kids ages 6-10 but some puzzles and games are entertaining for older kids and adults making this book a great family value.Educational fun. Playful fun. Developmental fun. Engaging fun. Hard fun. Motivating fun. Enduring fun.Fun fun.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781735770833
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 128
Book Description
Visually compelling puzzles and games engage children in purposeful problem solving and STEM skill development through grit building challenges. Over 150 developmentally appropriate activities are organized by subject and captivate a wide spectrum of learners. -Spatial Reasoning-Math Puzzles-Logic Problems-Word Games-Activities-Two-Player GamesEach section has a low floor but high ceiling as puzzles grow in difficulty, inspiring children through early success which motivates continued engagement. Beautifully illustrated characters from the 2021 Reader's Favorite gold medal winner for best children's animal book, The Gritty Little Lamb, deliver personality while also providing inspiration and encouragement in spirited rhyme as kids work through meaningful activities to build essential problem solving and critical thinking skills fundamental to all curriculum. Answers are provided in the back of the book and a certificate of achievement is included that can be presented upon completion. 13 pencil and paper two-player games facilitate the direct application of acquired skills and provide the foundation for continued fun and growth after the book is finished.Whether you are looking for activities to develop or entertain, Logic Workbook for Gritty Kids is unmatched. Comprehensive content is most appropriate for kids ages 6-10 but some puzzles and games are entertaining for older kids and adults making this book a great family value.Educational fun. Playful fun. Developmental fun. Engaging fun. Hard fun. Motivating fun. Enduring fun.Fun fun.