{"product_id":"a-parents-guide-to-the-new-mathematics-by-evelyn-sharp-rare-books","title":"A parent's guide to the new mathematics by Evelyn Sharp [rare books]","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"44\" data-end=\"179\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"44\" data-end=\"100\"\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"100\" data-end=\"103\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eFirst published in 1964, \u003cem data-start=\"25\" data-end=\"66\"\u003eA Parent’s Guide to the New Mathematics\u003c\/em\u003e is a thoughtful, clearly written introduction for parents and teachers navigating the reforms in math education during the 1960s “New Math” movement. Evelyn Sharp explains the rationale behind changes to curricula—such as the emphasis on set theory, relational logic, functions, number bases (including binary), vectors, and elementary topology—in a practical, accessible way. Through ten well‑structured chapters, including worked examples, problem sets (with answers in the back), and appendices, she demonstrates how these abstract concepts can be taught—and understood—by children from elementary to secondary school level. Sharp emphasizes logic over rote memorization and encourages a mindset shift in adults so they can support children’s deeper mathematical development without being intimidated by unfamiliar terminology or methods\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"181\" data-end=\"184\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"186\" data-end=\"722\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"186\" data-end=\"220\"\u003eAbout the Author: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"220\" data-end=\"223\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEvelyn Sharp\u003c\/strong\u003e—an educator and author active in the mid‑1960s—was known for explaining contemporary teaching innovations to parents and educators. Though details of her academic background are scarce, she authored multiple guidebooks demystifying the \u003cem data-start=\"249\" data-end=\"266\"\u003enew mathematics\u003c\/em\u003e, including \u003cem data-start=\"278\" data-end=\"344\"\u003eA Parent’s Guide to More New Math: Slide Rules and Peanut Butter\u003c\/em\u003e (1966)\u003c\/span\u003e. Sharp’s approach is characterized by clarity, patience, and a respect for learners of all ages. Her work played a supportive role during a period of rapid pedagogical change, offering parents and teachers the tools to understand, engage with, and embrace evolving mathematical education. While the “New Math” era has since receded, Sharp’s guides remain historically valuable for understanding that educational experiment.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Clapping Pages","offers":[{"title":"Used","offer_id":45255611220154,"sku":"354A64O3L-Used","price":39.0,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/5576\/0826\/files\/pppppppppppppppppppppp.jpg?v=1761066616","url":"https:\/\/clappingpages.com\/products\/a-parents-guide-to-the-new-mathematics-by-evelyn-sharp-rare-books","provider":"Clapping Pages","version":"1.0","type":"link"}