|  | Author: Danica McKellar
Publisher: Hudson Street Press
List Price: $23.95
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Rating:  123 reviews
Sales Rank: 22970
Languages: English (Original Language), English (Unknown), English (Published)
Media: Hardcover
Reading Level: Ages 9-12
Pages: 320
Number Of Items: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.1
Dimensions (in): 9.1 x 6.1 x 0.9
ISBN: 1594630399
Dewey Decimal Number: 510
EAN: 9781594630392
ASIN: 1594630399
Publication Date: August 2, 2007
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 LOVE this book! July 21, 2009
M. Smythe (Reno, NV)
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
First of all, I need to open with the fact that I'm 38 years old. Yes 38. I have to also say this book rocks and totally saved my bacon and is helping me fulfill my dream.
I know, maybe a bit dramatic , but it is the truth. I decided it would be a great time to go back to school and fulfill my dream of becoming a full-fledged RN. To get into a local programs, one of the requirements was to take the HESI A2 entrance exam. When I heard I would have to pass the math portion with a 75% or better, I started to sweat and almost decided to forget the whole thing right then and there. I was set up to take the test the following evening. That gave me 23 hours to try and figure out what to do.
I ran to my local Borders and after looking in the reference section I found the two books (Math Doesn't Suck and Kiss My Math). I bought both and studied(especially Math Doesn't Suck because when I see fractions, I break out in hives) until 1:00 am. I actually had fun. This is the part where you hear a record scratch and total silence. I have NEVER used the words "math" and "fun" in the same sentence...ever...seriously. "Math" and "self-injury" or "math" and "homicide" absolutely. "Math" and "fun" was so not ever used together!
Well, the following evening I took the test. When the first few questions popped up, I was on a roll! I couldn't believe how easy it was. I remembered all the methods (such as the "birthday cake" - one of my faves) and sailed through fractions, decimals, ratios, algebraic equations all without problem. Well, at the end of the 60 minutes of allotted time (I finished in 50), many people around me picked up their things and walked out of the room, dejected, obviously failing the test. I, on the other hand passed. Wait, not only did I pass, I passed with an 88%!! I felt like I had just climbed Mt. Everest. I am woman who can do math, hear me roar!
I have raved about this book to everyone I know. My son is currently taking a math class at the local University and using it as a reference. I also let a co-worker borrow it and she's enjoying reading it and getting a refresher course on her math skills.
These books are FABULOUS! You won't be sorry you purchased these.
By the way, I received my acceptance letter in the mail on Saturday! If all goes well with Financial Aid, I start the program on August 31st!
A must have for any adolescent July 20, 2009
Vickie D. Hiday
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
I will be student teaching eighth grade mathematics this fall and I can't express how helpful the creative tips and approaches the Danica McKellar presents have been. This book is a must have and wonderful resource for any math teacher, student or parent.
 Good book June 11, 2009
Carey Calvanese (Lake County, CA)
0 out of 5 found this review helpful
Would have prefered an expedited shipping option but got the book in one week as expected. Unable to post review/response to sender's site as my computer is on terminating dial up and does not connect well with some sites.
math is not scary May 28, 2009
A. Crowl (Elk Grove, CA)
2 out of 3 found this review helpful
this book was just as great as the first one. Helped my daughter our and came on time and was in good condition. Thanks again!
Great Book April 24, 2009
Wendi Swoboda (Union, MO United States)
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
For all you moms out there that hate the word suck, buy the book anyway. This girl writes in a way that makes sense to kids, she is writting in there language and it makes a lot of sense to them. She is sometimes humorous the way she explains math but it speaks to the kids. And when it comes down to it, if the wording isn't exactly what we as parents like but it gets the point across to the kids, then great.
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