Recommendations for Middle School Students

Curriculum for students in grades 6-10

Art of Problem Solving Introduction Series

The Art of Problem Solving Introduction Series constitutes a complete curriculum for outstanding math students in grades 6-10. The four books in the series together give students a solid background in basic problem-solving mathematics.

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Table of Contents Excerpt Index	Introduction to Algebra by Richard Rusczyk A thorough introduction for students in grades 6-9 to algebra topics such as linear equations, ratios, quadratic equations, special factorizations, complex numbers, graphing linear and quadratic equations, linear and quadratic inequalities, functions, polynomials, exponents and logarithms, absolute value, sequences and series, and more! ISBN: 978-1-934124-01-7 Text: 656 pages. Solutions: 312 pages. Paperback. 10 7/8 x 8 3/8 x 1 3/16 inches. Item(s) Price Quantity Introduction to Algebra:Textbook & Solutions Manual $59.00
Table of Contents Excerpt Index	Introduction to Counting & Probability by David Patrick A thorough introduction for students in grades 7-10 to counting and probability topics such as permutations, combinations, Pascal's triangle, geometric probability, basic combinatorial identities, the Binomial Theorem, and more. ISBN: 978-1-934124-10-9 Text: 256 pages. Solutions: 120 pages. Paperback. 10 7/8 x 8 3/8 x 1/2 inches. Item(s) Price Quantity Introduction to Counting & Probability: Textbook & Solutions Manual $39.00
Table of Contents Excerpt Index	Introduction to Number Theory by Mathew Crawford A thorough introduction for students in grades 7-10 to topics in number theory such as primes & composites, multiples & divisors, prime factorization and its uses, simple Diophantine equations, base numbers, modular arithmetic, divisibility rules, linear congruences, how to develop number sense, and more. ISBN: 978-0-9773045-4-7 Text: 336 pages. Solutions: 144 pages. Paperback. 10 7/8 x 8 3/8 x 5/8 inches. Item(s) Price Quantity Introduction to Number Theory: Textbook & Solutions Manual $44.00
Table of Contents Excerpt Index	Introduction to Geometry New 2nd edition! by Richard Rusczyk A thorough introduction for students in grades 7-10 to geometry topics such as similar triangles, congruent triangles, quadrilaterals, polygons, circles, funky areas, power of a point, three-dimensional geometry, transformations, and more. ISBN: 978-1-934124-08-6 Text: 557 pages. Solutions: 226 pages. Paperback. 10 7/8 x 8 3/8 x 1 1/16 inches. Item(s) Price Quantity Introduction to Geometry: Textbook & Solutions Manual $54.00

Contest preparation for students in grades 7-10

Art of Problem Solving classic textbooks

The classic Art of Problem Solving texts have been used by many of the top students and programs in the United States since 1993. The texts offer a challenging exploration of problem solving mathematics and preparation for programs such as MATHCOUNTS and the American Mathematics Competitions.

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the Art of Problem Solving, Volume 1: the Basics 7th Edition - New look! by Sandor Lehoczky and Richard Rusczyk A classic problem solving textbook for students in grades 7-10. Used by many successful MATHCOUNTS and AMC participants. ISBN: 978-0-9773045-6-1 Text: 288 pages. Solutions: 144 pages. Paperback. 10 7/8 x 8 3/8 x 9/16 inches. Item(s) Price Quantity the Art of Problem Solving: Volumes 1 & 2, with Solutions $79.00 the Art of Problem Solving: Volumes 1 & 2 (Texts only) $62.00 the Art of Problem Solving, Volume 1: Text & Solutions $42.00

For beginning middle school problem solvers

Math Olympiads in the Elementary and Middle Schools (MOEMS)

The Math Olympiads in the Elementary and Middle Schools program is ideal for beginning problem-solving students in grades 6-8. We offer two books with MOEMS problems and instructional material.

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Creative Problem Solving in School Mathematics by Dr. George Lenchner A collection of lessons and challenging problems for beginning problem solvers in grades 4-8. Written by the creator of the popular Mathematics Olympiads in the Elementary and Middle Schools program. ISBN: 978-1-882144-10-5 284 pages. Paperback. 8 3/8 x 10 7/8 x 5/8 inches. Item(s) Price Quantity Creative Problem Solving in School Mathematics $35.99

Math Olympiad Contest Problems for Elementary and Middle Schools by Dr. George Lenchner A collection of sixteen years (400 problems!) of the Mathematics Olympiads in the Elementary and Middle Schools contests, with hints, complete solutions, and problem solving lessons. Ideal for beginners grades 4-8. ISBN: 978-0-9626662-1-6 280 pages. Paperback. 8 3/8 x 10 7/8 x 1/2 inches. Item(s) Price Quantity Math Olympiad Contest Problems for Elementary and Middle Schools $29.95

For MATHCOUNTS students

MATHCOUNTS books

MATHCOUNTS is the most prestigious middle school problem solving program in the United States. We offer problem books and preparation materials produced by MATHCOUNTS.

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	All-Time Greatest MATHCOUNTS Problems by MATHCOUNTS Foundation A collection of around 140 problems (and solutions) from MATHCOUNTS state and national competitions. ISBN: 978-0-9674453-0-4 75 pages. Paperback. 10 x 7 x 1/4 inches. Item(s) Price Quantity All-Time Greatest MATHCOUNTS Problems $15.95
	2007-2008 MATHCOUNTS School Handbook by MATHCOUNTS Foundation The all-new 2007-2008 MATHCOUNTS School Handbook was distributed to middle schools across the country in September, 2007. The handbook contains 300 creative problems (and full solutions) suited for students in grades 6-8. ISBN: none Vol 1: 64 pages. Vol 2: 64 pages. Paperbacks. Each volume 10 3/4 x 7 3/4 x 1/8 inches. Item(s) Price Quantity 2007-2008 MATHCOUNTS School Handbook $21.10
	2006-2007 MATHCOUNTS School Handbook by MATHCOUNTS Foundation The 2006-2007 MATHCOUNTS School Handbook was distributed to middle schools across the country in September, 2006. The handbook contains 300 creative problems (and full solutions) suited for students in grades 6-8. ISBN: none 128 pages. Paperback. 10 3/4 x 7 3/4 x 1/4 inches. Item(s) Price Quantity 2006-2007 MATHCOUNTS School Handbook $21.10
	2005-2006 MATHCOUNTS School Handbook by MATHCOUNTS Foundation The 2005-2006 MATHCOUNTS School Handbook was distributed to middle schools across the country in September, 2005. The handbook contains 300 creative problems (and full solutions) suited for students in grades 6-8. ISBN: none 128 pages. Paperback. 7 3/4 x 10 3/4 x 1/4 inches. Item(s) Price Quantity 2005-2006 MATHCOUNTS School Handbook $21.10