Mathical Prize

Facts about the award

100

What is the book award called?

Mathical Book Prize

200

What was Abby's choice?

Count on Me by Miguel Tanco

300

Who is on the panel to make selections for winners of the award?

 Librarians, teachers, mathematicians, early childhood experts, and others.

2022 Winners

100

Which winning book title included the word magic?

Maryam's Magic by Megan Reid

200

Which winning book title regarded a girl's home?

Her House - By Uma Wimple Charts

300

Which winning book included a drawing of a rainbow bunny?

1 Smile 10 Toes

Criteria

100

What does the book encourage? Provide one direct example (word) used in the criteria description?

• “Books are chosen to support students’ pleasure reading by encouraging the independent pursuit of the joy, beauty, and power of mathematics in the world around us”

200

What was River's book choice?

The Cat in Numberland Ivar - Ekeland

300

What must the books winning the award show in order to be a contestant?

Math logic and problem solving, finding patterns in math, and critical and artistic thinking.