The Kung Fu Puzzle: A Mystery With Time and Temperature (Manga Math Mysteries)

Melinda Thielbar

3.85

46 ratings by Goodreads

9780761338567: The Kung Fu Puzzle: A Mystery With Time and Temperature (Manga Math Mysteries)

ISBN 10: 076133856X ISBN 13: 9780761338567

Publisher: Graphic Universe, 2009

Sam and his friends at the kung fu school use mathematics to solve puzzles about boiling water and melting glass, and figure out the secret to opening a clock that is really a lock while helping Sifu Faiza.

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About the Author:

Melinda Thielbar is a teacher, statistician, and economist who has written mathematics courses at many different levels. In 2005, Melinda was awarded a VIGRE fellowship at North Carolina State University for doctoral candidates "likely to make a strong contribution to education in mathematics." She expects to complete her PhD in 2010. Melinda lives in Raleigh, NC with her husband, author and videogame programmer Richard Dansky.

Review:

"Puzzles and basic mathematical concepts are integrated more or less seamlessly into these entertaining graphic novels. Joy, Amy, Sam, and Adam, all members of Sifu Faiza's kung fu class, demonstrate honesty, intelligence, teamwork, and efficient use of resources while solving minor mysteries in their hometown. The colorful manga-style artwork is energetic and well executed. Fine additions where books such as Jimmy Gownley's 'Amelia Rules' (S & S) and Jarrett J. Krosoczka's 'Lunch Lady' (Knopf) are popular."
--School Library Journal

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