The Cake Problem. Equivalent and Simplified Fractions - (Hilariously Simple Math) by Bill Wise (Hardcover)

Book Synopsis

Math can be fun! Or so believe Sheep, Chicken, and Goat as they try to share a chocolate cake. Get your laughter on with this comic book that makes learning fractions super easy!

Farmer Ed brings Sheep, Chicken, and Goat a chocolate cake. Delicious! But hold on; it's not a circle or rectangle, like most cakes. Dividing this cake is going to be tricky. Luckily, Goat has the solution. If the cake is cut in half, Goat gets one half and Sheep and Chicken share the other half. Easy peasy, milk and cheesy! Or is there a better way?

Dive into this hilarious comic that turns fractions and mathematics into a fun adventure! Perfect for math enthusiasts and those who need a little extra excitement about math, this book is ideal for children ages 7 and up. As the third book in the "Hilariously Simple Math" series, it combines the charm of a graphic novel with the format of a picture book.

Written by a former math teacher and award-winning author who contributed to Scholastic Math magazine for 10 years, this STEM-focused book is not only great for the classroom but also supports learning at home. With engaging illustrations, silly jokes, and lovable animal characters, it's perfect for kids who love both math and animals. The end papers feature a summary, and examples of the mathematical concepts presented, making this a valuable resource for both education and entertainment. This book is also available in Spanish!

A hilarious comic that shows how much fun math can be. For math fans and non-math fans ages 7 years and up.

About the Author

Bill Wise (1958) is a retired middle school teacher who has written seven children's books, including the award-winning biography Louis Sockalexis, Native American Baseball Pioneer. The Pigpen Problem is the first of a series of Clavis Publishing comic books that feature math concepts. As a former teacher, Bill likes to write books that are both entertaining and educational. When not writing, he enjoys spending time with his family. Bill lives in Gorham, Maine, with his wife Mary Ann.