BAD LUCK BRAD
Author: Gail Herman
Illustrator: Stephanie Roth
Number of pages: 31
Publisher: Kane Press (USA) First published in: 2002 Format: Picturebook Is the mathematical focus explicit in the story? Yes Is this story part of a mathematics story series? Yes (Math Matters) Click here to preview and/or purchase this book via the Amazon (UK) website Synopsis by the author/publisher
Brad is ready for summer vacation, but on his last day of school he discovers an important lesson. His chances of getting what he wants may not be based on luck. By estimating and calculating before making choices, he can increase the likelihood of those choices being the ones he wants. This title teaches the concepts of probability. |
“Brad handed the gumball to Pete. "You're lucky. You got what you wanted - twice!" Pete grinned. "That's because I try the machines that have a lot of what I like."”
Recommended age range:
9 years old +
Relevant mathematics topics:
Probability
Possible teaching activities:
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9 years old +
Relevant mathematics topics:
Probability
Possible teaching activities:
At MathsThroughStories.org, we believe that stories can be meaningfully incorporated in mathematics teaching in different ways. Thus, we are inviting you to share your experience of how you have used this story in your mathematics lesson with other members of the community. By sharing your experience with us, you will be added to our team of On-line Contributors here, where you can also find our submission guideline.