An Encrypted Clue

Name: An Encrypted Clue
Author: https://www.simonandschuster.net/authors/David-Cole/241319749
ISBN: 9781988761572

The Math Kids (Book 4)

Book #4 of The Math Kids

By David Cole

Illustrated by Shannon O'Toole

LIST PRICE $7.99

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About The Book

When Stephanie Lewis finds secret writing in the margin of an old book in the library, the Math Kids have a new puzzle to solve. But first, they must learn about codes and ciphers, and how to use their math skills to solve them. As one clue leads to another, the kids are drawn into the mysterious old house that overlooks the town. Is it really haunted like some townspeople say? And who is the man in the long beard who keeps showing up everywhere they go? But that's not their only problem. Unless they can find a solution, the math competition they've been training so hard for will be cancelled. Jordan, Stephanie, Justin, and Catherine will need to use all their problem-solving skills to figure out the clues before it’s too late. The Math Kids: An Encrypted Clue is the fourth adventure in David Cole's popular Math Kids series.

About The Author

David Cole

David Cole has degrees in math and computer science and has shared his passion for education at many levels, including teaching at the college level, coaching elementary math teams, and running a summer math camp. He also has a love of writing and has written a number of plays as well as The Math Kids series. Find him on his website or on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.

About The Illustrator

Shannon O'Toole

Shannon O'Toole has been illustrating children's books since 2018. Originally a figurative painter, Shannon has been exploring new ways to tell stories through her art. Her artistic practices are inspired by the many unique characters and people in her life. In addition to her work in children's books, Shannon is an elementary school teacher. When she is not painting, she can be found drinking coffee, watching classic movies and exploring new recipes in her kitchen. Shannon lives and works outside of Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

Product Details

Publisher: Common Deer Press (April 1, 2021)
Length: 188 pages
ISBN13: 9781988761572
Ages: 9 - 12

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Raves and Reviews

"In the entertaining middle grade mystery novel An Encrypted Clue, teamwork, brainwork, and generosity of spirit are fundamental to the solutions of more than just math problems."

– Randi Hacker, Foreword Reviews

As with the other “Math Kids” books, author David Cole has left readers with a novel that will keep them wondering until the very end. The Math Kids: An Encrypted Clue is full of interesting fact and figures, problems and interesting historical notes. ... these books are as interesting for adults as they are for children. If you have not already found the value and the mysteries in mathematics, just read these novels to your children.Highly Recommended

– CM Canadian Review of Materials

...the exciting conclusion is a true group solve, with the kids deciphering the overall metapuzzle, accomplishing as a team what they never could have solo. Math, logic problems, and puzzles solvable by readers who want to try, all in a diverting chapter-book mystery.

– Kirkus Reviews