Grades 2-4 The fun, mind-stretching puzzles in this 44-page book develop students' basic math skills including the ability to compute, estimate, create tables and charts, and explain their answer processes orally and in writing. There activities were designed to introduce and reinforce mathematical concepts in a quick, fun way. They emphasize logic and reasoning skills needed to build a strong foundation in mathematics. Solving these problems gives students important confidence when faced with new math problems. The problems in this book are thinking activities and need only elementary math skills to solve. Problems are arranged according to degree of difficulty—from easier problems in the beginning to more difficult problems towards the end. The puzzles are perfect for school, home, and travel. They are very popular as brain-start, extra credit, sponge, or reward activities. Try one and you'll be hooked! Teaching Support Easy-to-follow directions and solutions are included.