08th Grade Math

Too many students end their study of mathematics before ever taking an algebra course. Others attempt to study algebra, but are unprepared and cannot keep up. Key to Algebra was developed with the belief that anyone can learn basic algebra if the subject is presented in a friendly, non-threatening manner and someone is available to help when needed. Some teachers find that their students benefit by working through these books before enrolling in a regular algebra course--thus greatly enhancing their chances of success. Others use Key to Algebra as the basic text for an individualized algebra course, while still others use it as a supplement to their regular hardbound text. Allow students to work at their own pace. The Key to Algebra books are informal and self-directing. Book 8 covers Graphs.Format: PaperbackPublisher: Key Curriculum Press

Fred begins his summer vacation. Learn... • How to get rid of snakes in sugar cane fields • The difference between freedom and liberty • How not to bore your horse if you are a jockey • Why Fred couldn't be a movie star and even some algebra and economics, including... Domain and codomain of a function Conversion factors Steps in Solving Word Problems One-to-one Functions, Unit Analysis Key to a Successful Business Five Qualities that Money Should Have Definitions of Capitalism, Socialism, and Communism Payday Loans Interest Rates Partnerships Cardinality of a Set Four Ways to Kill Competition Freedom vs. Liberty Why We Have a High Standard of Living Tariffs Demand Curves Venn Diagrams Ricardo's Law of Comparative Advantage Unlike all other math programs, this one also has: • the Tulip Mania in Holland • A sure-fire way to create 100% employment • the Tragedy of the Commons • how to run a successful hot dog business • what a real $100,000 bill looks like.