Problem Solving in Mathematics (The Lane County Mathematics Project)
Richard Brannan
Problem Solving in Mathematics (The Lane County Mathematics Project)
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
And Beyond, Text
by Richard Brannan
The text is written at a 7th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.
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About This Book
Have you ever wondered how to crack tricky math problems like a detective? Imagine diving into the world of whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percents, discovering secrets hidden in equations. What new challenges will you solve next?
Themes
Quick Assessment
This educational book helps children aged 9-12 build confidence and skills in mathematics through clear explanations and a variety of problem-solving activities. It covers key topics like whole numbers, fractions, decimals, percents, and equations, with resources tailored for different learning needs. The material is appropriate for middle-grade students and designed to support both classroom and supplemental learning.
Why we rated Problem Solving in Mathematics (The Lane County Mathematics Project) 12C
Problem Solving in Mathematics (The Lane County Mathematics Project) is written at a Level 7 reading level across 308 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 8.0 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, Problem Solving in Mathematics (The Lane County Mathematics Project) works for readers up to grade 9.0.
We rate Problem Solving in Mathematics (The Lane County Mathematics Project) as 12C ("Clear") because the content sits in the "Gentle" range — no conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Across our four dimensions (emotional, physical, social, thematic) the book reads as evenly gentle; no single dimension stands out as a concern.
No specific content flags were raised by community reviewers, which is consistent with the gentle intensity score.
Thematically, Problem Solving in Mathematics (The Lane County Mathematics Project) explores education / teaching, mathematics - general, problem solving, and juvenile nonfiction — these threads give the book room to mean different things to different readers.
Good fit for
- ✓ Children in the Ages 9-12 range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
- ✓ Patient readers who enjoy slower, character-driven stories.
- ✓ Kids drawn to stories about education / teaching, mathematics - general, problem solving.
- ✓ Curious kids who prefer real-world topics over made-up stories.
Maybe not for
- ! Readers whose emotional readiness lags behind their decoding skills — this book's intensity outruns its reading level, a classic "gifted kid" mismatch.
- ! Reluctant readers who need a fast hook — the pacing here rewards patience.
For Parents
Content Intensity
12C — ClearNo conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780866511872
- Pages
- 308
- Publisher
- Dale Seymour Publications
- Published
- October 1992
- Type
- Nonfiction