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Inspirations: A Recreational Mathematics Journal (Dot Grid Notebook with Coloring Pages)

With 170 roomy pages, the Inspirations journal gives you plenty of space to record memories, plan projects, and keep track of tasks. The dot grid makes it easy to draw graphs or diagrams. Take notes, jot down ideas, copy your favorite quotations, or doodle to your heart’s content.

Light gray dots at 5 mm spacing provide guidance for flexible page layouts.11 geometric-patterned coloring pages (based on Islamic tessellation designs) allow a multitude of artistic possibilities.31 favorite quotes offer a thought-provoking vision for mathematical investigation.6 × 9 inch (about 15 × 23 cm) pages are wider than many journals, yet still fit comfortably into a large purse or bag.Paperback binding makes the Inspirations journal sturdy but lightweight. Carry it anywhere!
Perfect for bullet journaling or for use as a commonplace book, the Inspirations journal nurtures creative mathematical thinking.

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Motivation Matters and Interest Counts: Fostering Engagement in Mathematics

Why do smart people disengage from mathematical pursuits… and how can we reverse the trend?

This book is designed to be the go-to source for information on mathematical motivation. It presents the full body of research on motivation in a useful, interesting, and provocative matter.