A Mathematician Like Me

A young girl named Aliyah goes on a camping trip with her cousin and discovers the importance of numbers in everyday life. Through solving math problems, she learns about mathematicians who have helped us understand the world and becomes inspired to become a math whiz herself. This book encourages kids to love math and creative thinking and celebrates women in STEM.

Format: Hardback
Length: 32 pages
Publication date: 03 March 2022
Publisher: Hachette Children's Group

Young readers are invited to explore the captivating world of mathematics, creative thinking, and problem-solving through a delightful combination of striking illustrations and an empowering story.

As Aliyah embarks on a camping adventure with her cousin, she discovers that numbers are omnipresent, from counting money at the shops to planning trips on the train and even stargazing in a forest. As Aliyah solves her own sums, she delves into the brilliant minds of mathematicians who have contributed to our understanding of the world.

Her enthusiasm for mathematics grows, and she eagerly aspires to become a maths whiz like her newfound heroes. This captivating picture book, written by engineer and TV presenter Dr Shini Somara, encourages kids to engage in maths games with their friends, fostering a love for numbers and nurturing creative thinking.

In addition to its educational value, this book celebrates women in STEM, showcasing the remarkable achievements of female scientists, coders, and engineers. The series also includes other titles, such as "A Scientist Like Me," "A Coder Like Me," and "An Engineer Like Me," which continue to inspire and empower young readers to pursue their passions and dreams.

Weight: 448g
Dimension: 256 x 281 x 11 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781526361967