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Children's Bookwatch • May, 2008 •

Schlessinger Media

7 East Wynnewood Road, Wynnewood, PA 19096-0580

www.schlessinger.com 1-800-843-3620

Algebra is a valuable tool for representing, analyzing and generalizing all manner of situations both in mathematics and in life. Available in both a VHS, DVD, and digitally on a SAFARI Montage Video-On-Demand system, 'Algebra for Students' from Schlessinger Media is a ten volume series ($39.95 per volume) for students in grades 7 through 12 that provides basic instruction in the use of algebraic functions including linear, quadratic and exponential expressions. Of special note are the real-world applications of algebra as illustrated in multiple forms through tables, graphs, and equations. Both common errors and misconceptions are highlighted as students learn how to translate verbal expressions to algebraic expressions while considering the reasonableness of solutions within the context of the situation. The individual, 26-minute long titles in this outstanding and thoroughly 'student friendly' series include: Analyzing Inequalities; Exponential Functions; Functions & Relations; Linear Equations & Slope; Patterns 7 Formulas; Polynomials; The Pythagorean Theorem & Right Triangles; Quadratic Functions; Systems of Linear Equations; Variables, Expressions & Equations. The DVD format also features English and Spanish language tracks, chapter select, discussion questions and activities; and an algebra worksheet. A Teacher's Guide accompanies each individual volume and provides additional information such as vocabulary words, as well as discussion questions and activities that can be used for assessment or class projects. Offering a complete course, 'Algebra for Students' is highly recommended as a math class curriculum supplement, and is especially appropriate for home-school math instruction.


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