Looking for Blackbeard's treasure : measuring the distance / by John Perritano ; content consultant David T. Hughes, mathematics curriculum specialist.

Author/creator Perritano, John author.
Format Book
PublicationChicago, Illinois : Norwood House Press, [2013]
Copyright Date©2013
Description32 pages : color illustrations ; 23 cm.
Subjects

SeriesiMath readers. B
iMath readers. B. UNAUTHORIZED
Abstract "The mathematical concepts of distance and measuring distance are introduced as readers learn about a pirate, using math to find the distance between ships and treasures. Readers learn about the difference between metric and customary units of length, how to convert units, and how to compare distances. Includes a discover activity, art connection, and mathematical vocabulary introduction"-- Provided by publisher.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references and index.
Interest age level 8-10.
Interest grade level Grade 4 to 6.
LCCN 2012027781
ISBN9781599535616 (library edition : alk. paper)
ISBN1599535610 (library edition : alk. paper)
ISBN9781603575003 (pbk.)
ISBN1603575006 (pbk.)
Stock number1354564 QBI