Master practical arithmetic with a classic, classroom-tested text that builds confidence through structured practice.
The Franklin Written Arithmetic presents a full course of instruction and drill for pupils in the common schools. It combines clear definitions with illustrated principles and a broad, varied set of applications to prepare students for everyday business tasks.
This edition emphasizes oral practice alongside written problems, uses a compact set of rules, and includes a practical treatment of decimals, the metric system, and money, weights, and measures. It features numerous drill exercises, a large collection of miscellaneous problems, and review questions to reinforce learning. Topics progress from basic reading and writing of numbers to operations, fractions, percentages, and more advanced business topics such as interest, discounts, and exchange, all geared toward real-world competence.
What you’ll experience
- A steady, classroom-friendly progression from basics to applied arithmetic
- Oral exercises designed to build fluency and mental math skills
- Wide coverage of money, measurement, and practical calculations for daily life
Ideal for readers seeking a trusted, comprehensive arithmetic curriculum that emphasizes understanding and practical use.