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8:51 AM, Jul. 10, 2006

It's time for another contest here on Homeschool Blogger - the Back-to-School Giveaway! And do we have another great item for you to win! Actually, we have SIX of these to give away - one weekly ... yes, you heard me correctly ... six VERY lucky bloggers will each win a MathTutorDVD bundle, a $122 value! Watch for the contest to jump from blog to blog over the next 6 weeks!

Now you have to be asking yourself, "How do I enter to win this great deal?" - see what you'll be winning below. All you have to do is leave one comment this week telling us your favorite math story! It can be a story from your own school years or an experience you had with your child.

For example: While teaching my son about story problems I was using crayons for a math manipulative. I handed my son some crayons and said, "These three crayons want to go to the movies and they have to take a bus to get there." I handed my son the crayons and he held them in his hand. (The bus.)

As I turned to pick up more crayons I said, "Two more crayons want to get on the bus and go to the movies." I turned back to my son but the first three crayons were missing. "Where are the crayons?" I asked him. "They got tired of waiting and left." He replied.

Easy! Remember you can only enter once a week. If you win one week, you are not eligible to enter again. A winner will be chosen at random.

Enter now - leave your story!

Let me tell you a bit more about what you will be receiving (and if you don't win, you can purchase these items directly from MathTutorDVD.com). The author, Jason Gibson, has a BS and MS in Electrical Engineering and an MS in Physics.

To see a close-up of this picture, click here. In this bundle, you will receive SIX sets of math DVDs covering everything from elementary math (grades 1-7) to Algebra, Trig, Pre-Calculus and Calculus and Physics ...

Here is a list of all 6 DVD titles:

1) The 1st - 7th Grade Math Tutor - 2 DVD set - 7 Hour Course
2) The Math Video Tutor - Fractions Thru Algebra - 10 Hour Course
3) The Algebra 2 Tutor - 2 DVD set - 6 Hour Course
4) The Trigonometry and Pre-Calculus Tutor - 2 DVD set - 5 Hour Course
5) The Calculus 1&2 Tutor - 2 DVD set - 8 Hour Course
6) The Ultimate Physics Tutor - 2 DVD set - 11 Hour Course

Every title except one actually has 2 DVDs inside. So the full bundle actually contains 11 DVDs. The total running time of everything put together is a whopping 47 Hours (no kidding here)!

- The price of everything above on Amazon.com is $209.94 plus S&H
- The price of everything on MathTutorDVD.com is $122.00 plus S&H

So, what topics are covered in these DVD's? Well, here's a breakdown:

1st through 7th Grade Course

Building an understanding of fundamental Math concepts is essential for a student to move on and conquer more advanced math and science. Understanding addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions and percents is absolutely critical. If a student doesn't master these topics early on, it can lead to the "Math Is Hard" syndrome.

The core philosophy of this 7 hour DVD course is that "Math Is Easy". The way that you make math easy for a student is to start off with the basics and gradually move on to the tougher material. In this way the student builds confidence in his or her skills and confidence is the key to success in math.

The 1st - 7th Grade Math Tutor is a 7 hour, 2 DVD course that will fully help a student master all of the core topics in math at the first through seventh grade level. After mastering the concepts in this DVD series the student will be ready and able to move and tackle pre-algebra and algebra.

DVD Chapter Index
Disk 1
Section 1: Adding 1 & 2 Digit Numbers
Section 2: Adding 3 & 4 Digit Numbers
Section 3: Subtracting 1 & 2 Digit Numbers
Section 4: Subtracting 3 & 4 Digit Numbers
Section 5: Introduction To Multiplication
Section 6: Learn Your Multiplication Tables
Section 7: Multiplication Problems
Section 8: Division With No Remainder
Section 9: Division With A Remainder
Section 10: Dividing 2,3, & 4 Digit Numbers With Remainder

Disk 2
Section 11: Simplifying Fractions
Section 12: Adding & Subtracting Fractions
Section 13: Adding & Subtracting Fractions & Finding The Common Denominator
Section 14: Multiplying Fractions
Section 15: Dividing Fractions
Section 16: Decimal Place Value
Section 17: Add, Subtract, & Multiply Decimals
Section 18: Dividing Decimals
Section 19: Percents
Section 20: Ratio & Proportion

Fractions through Algebra

This is your ticket to scoring higher in math - from Fractions through Algebra! This DVD is 10 Hours in length and features 21 lectures that consists of fully-worked example problems. No boring lectures!

Topics include positive/negative numbers, long division, fractions, algebraic expressions, positive and negative exponents, equations, simplification, factoring, inequalities, polynomials, and much more!

Most DVDs are 2 hours in length. This DVD is 5 times that length and is packed with fully narrated examples that make learning Math easy. Before you know it you will be working the 'tough' problems with ease. Learn Math in the easiest way possible - by examples!

Chapter Index - Total Run Time 10 Hours:

Sect 1 - Real Numbers And Their Graphs
Sect 2 - Fractions, Part I, II, III
Sect 3 - Exponents, Part I, II
Sect 4 - Add and Subtract Real Numbers, Part I, II
Sect 5 - Multiply and Divide Real Numbers
Sect 6 - Algebraic Expressions
Sect 7 - Properties Of Real Numbers
Sect 8 - Introduction to Equations, Part I, II, III
Sect 9 - Solving More Equations, Part I, II
Sect 10 - Simplifying Expressions, Part I, II
Sect 11 - Solving Inequalities
Sect 12 - Natural Number Exponents, Part I, II
Sect 13 - Zero and Negative Exponents
Sect 14 - Polynomials, Part I, II
Sect 15 - Adding and Subtracting Polynomials
Sect 16 - Multiplying Polynomials
Sect 17 - Dividing Polynomials by Monomials
Sect 18 - Dividing Polynomials by Polynomials
Sect 19 - Factor The Greatest Common Factor, Part I, II
Sect 20 - Factor By Grouping
Sect 21 - Factoring The Difference Of Two Squares

Algebra 2

I have tutored many, many people in Math through Calculus, and I have found that if you start off with the basics and take things one step at a time - anyone can learn complex Math topics. This 2-DVD set contains 6 hours of fully worked example problems in Algebra 2.

Have a problem with your homework? Simply find a similar problem fully worked out on the Algebra 2 Tutor 2-DVD set!

Chapter Index - Topics Covered:

Disk 1

Section 1: Graphing Equations

Section 2: The Slope Of A Line

Section 3: Writing Equations Of Lines

Section 4: Graphing Inequalities

Section 5: Solving Systems Of Equations By Graphing

Section 6: Solving Systems Of Equations By Substitution

Section 7: Solving Systems Of Equations By Addition

Disk 2

Section 8: Solving Systems Of Equations In Three Variables

Section 9: Simplifying Radical Expressions.

Section 10: Add/Subtract Radical Expressions.

Section 11: Multiply/Divide Radical Expressions.

Section 12: Solving Equations With Radicals.

Section 13: Fractional Exponents.

Section 14: Solving Polynomial Equations.

Section 15: The Quadratic Formula

Trigonometry and Pre-Calculus

Disk 1
Section 1: Complex Numbers
Section 2: Exponential Functions
Section 3: Logarithmic Functions
Section 4: Solving Exponential and Logarithmic Equations
Section 5: Angles

Disk 2
Section 6: Finding Trig Functions Using Triangles
Section 7: Finding Trig Functions Using The Unit Circle
Section 8: Graphing Trig Functions
Section 9: Trig Identities

Calculus 1 & 2

Disk 1
Section 1: What Is A Derivative?
Section 2: The Derivative Defined As A Limit
Section 3: Differentiation Formulas
Section 4: Derivatives Of Trigonometric Functions
Section 5: The Chain Rule
Section 6: Higher Order Derivatives
Section 7: Related Rates
Section 8: Curve Sketching Using Derivatives

Disk 2
Section 9: Introduction To Integrals
Section 10: Solving Integrals
Section 11: Integration By Substitution
Section 12: Calculating Volume With Integrals
Section 13: Derivatives and Integrals Of Exponentials
Section 14: Derivatives Of Logarithms
Section 15: Integration By Parts
Section 16: Integration By Trig Substitution
Section 17: Improper Integrals

The Ultimate Physics Tutor

Disk 1:
Section 1: Velocity And Acceleration In One Dimension
Section 2: Equations Of Motion In One Dimension
Section 3: Scalars And Vectors
Section 4: Projectile Motion
Section 5: Newton’s Laws Of Motion
Section 6: Newton’s Laws Of Motion With Friction
Section 7: Work
Section 8: Kinetic Energy And The Work-Energy Theorem
Section 9: Potential Energy And Energy Conservation
Section 10: Power

Disk 2:
Section 11: Momentum And Impulse
Section 12: Conservation Of Momentum
Section 13: Inelastic And Elastic Collisions
Section 14: Angular Speed And Angular Acceleration
Section 15: Rotational Equations Of Motion
Section 16: Tangental Speed And Centripetal Force
Section 17: Gravitation And Kepler’s Laws Of Motion
Section 18: Torque
Section 19: Rotational Equilibrium
Section 20: Angular Acceleration & Moment Of Inertia
Section 21: Angular Momentum
Section 22: Density And Pressure
Section 23: They Buoyant Force
Section 24: The Bernoulli Equation

Product Description
Physics is frequently one of the hardest subjects for students to tackle because it is a combination of two of the toughest subjects for most students: Math and Word Problems. The Ultimate Physics Tutor is a complete Physics course that begins at the very beginning assuming the student has never seen a physics equation. The course then proceeds to introduce new topics in an easy-to-understand fashion. What sets this DVD apart from the rest is that the concepts are taught entirely through example problems. The easiest way to learn Physics is to work problems as you learn the material - and that is exactly what this 2 DVD series provides. You will immediately improve your problem-solving skills which will help on homework and exams, and you will have a reference for many of the commonly asked problems in Physics.

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My Consumer Math Plan

10:09 AM, Jul. 10, 2006, posted by jacobsacademy

Consumer math is real life math in action, right? Money governs this world and because of my own struggles growing up learning to manage my money and to be a smart shopper, I wanted our sons to understand consumer math and manage their money as early as possible learning to be savvy shoppers spending wisely and saving earnestly.

I try to be as practical as possible with our gift giving while thoughtful at the same time. Like most families, we have limits with our spending. Any time that the boys have been invited to a friend’s birthday party over the years, I would take them to the store of choice for the birthday gift shopping, place in their hands the actual cash money that I had allocated for spending, and walk with them through the isles guiding each of them with their gift selection(s). This way, they would learn “hands on” the immediate cost and effect of price shopping as well as the thoughtfulness and quality of gift giving based on a budget.

Don’t you love to watch your children at the same task and how differently they approach it? I will never forget a very early birthday shopping experience when I put my “consumer math plan” in action. Our oldest was about 7 years old and our youngest was 6. They both had been invited to the same birthday party and had expressed the “need” to each pick out a gift for their friend. I gave them each a ten dollar bill and told them they would each be limited to this amount for shopping. Our youngest son immediately wanted to go to the Dollar Store and pick out ten gifts as he would be done quickly! I giggled and explained that we really want to give a gift that will last a while and left it at that. Our oldest son had already expressed his request to shop at a particular toy store that carried real unique toys and I was already headed there during our monetary dissection in the car.

Upon entering the store, Son #1 headed for the familiar isles of games, while Son #2 walked the perimeter of the store looking at sales signs hanging from the ceiling. Son #1 returned pretty quickly with a game that was priced $9.99 and very pleased that he had made his selection coming in one cent under budget. I began to explain about sales tax when I noticed his eyes glazing over. I told him I would gladly pay the extra for sales tax this time (since I obviously had not prepared them for that whole topic), but next time we’d have make allowances for it.

Meanwhile, Son #2 had spotted an overhead poster that read “All Items This Isle 50% OFF!” He wanted to know what that was all about. I explained that if a toy was originally priced ten dollars, you could now buy it for half price and gave the example of five plus five, etc., trying to keep it simple. Immediately, he responded with, “So if a ten dollar toy is 50% off, then I can buy one for my friend and one for me!”

Er, consumer math mission accomplished?

Suddenly, that old saying “Knowledge can be a dangerous thing” was coming to mind……

Harriette Jacobs

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10:23 AM, Jul. 10, 2006, posted by carrotqueen

I was playing a counting game with my two-year-old this morning:

I chanted, as my grandpa did with me, "Bum, bum, beat the drum, play the fife for my good luck . . . how many fingers do I hold up?"

"One finger!" she exclaimed.

The next one was easy, too: "Two fingers!"

Then I did it a third time and held up three fingers. She instantly knew what it was: "Too many fingers!"

Radio Station call-in

10:32 AM, Jul. 10, 2006, posted by icart61

While living in Jacksonville, FL there was a large debate going on to determine why your child needed Algebra to graduate high school. Many parents called in to the local radio show to complain that their child would NEVER use Algebra outside of school...so why should they have to take it (over four years) AND pass to graduate.
When the radio host announced he didn't know when he used Algebra since high school, but thought is as a necessary evil, I began to dial. I got through rather quickly and explained how Algebra could be used every day! I told the radio host that an "algebraic equation" could be used to find out if the cash register was giving you the correct sale price! Once I did that he was convinced and amazed...so easily pleased.
The saddest part of the story is that there are parents out there that do NOT want their children to achieve greatness...they don't want them to know or understand things that are beyond their own comprehension. To this day....that particular show really upset me. What good is a diploma if your child didn't learn anything.
Keep on fighting the good fight...icart

I've got one:

1:54 PM, Jul. 10, 2006, posted by homeiscool

When our first son was four, we were driving in the car. He began asking me about 2+2, then he asked 4+4. He went on, until he got to 4+4+4+4. I told him it was 16, and that was also 8+8. He then asked (remember, he's only 4), "Does that mean that 4x4 is 16?

I think if I hadn't been driving, I would have feel off my chair!

Lisa

A smart moment...

2:00 PM, Jul. 10, 2006, posted by Peakmore_Academy

I'll admit it. Math is the subject my daughter struggles with the most. We've taken it steady and slow and she's continued to progress in her abilities, but she's not going to win any math-bowl competitions any time soon.

That said, I am so happy to be homeschooling, yes, even in math. To see the look on her face when she GETS a concept is just priceless. To see the pride her her face when she's improved her time/accuracy on a drill over the last time is priceless. To be on hand to walk her through a challenging concept, one on one, and be able to answer each and every question she has, is priceless. I cringe to think what it might be like for her in a public school setting when a question arises.

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6:30 PM, Jul. 10, 2006, posted by CandyFoote

My kids have always enjoyed taking math
speed drills. I would always give them 60
problems that needed to be completed in
60 seconds. My father almost fell over the
day he showed up during math drill time
and my daughter completed her drill in
45 seconds!!!

Candy

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4:38 AM, Jul. 12, 2006, posted by nsremom

A clear math memory I have is from my 6th grade year.

I was a good math student in those days and I had a very difficult teacher. One day after school the teacher called my parents to tell them about something I had done that was making her upset.

You see, I had been helping other students who were stuck on the problems. Not giving them the answers....just saying, "Here's the way you do it." or "There's an explanation on page 10".

This contradicted this teachers classroom motto, which was a self-centered and un-Christian motto. Take care of yourself first. Since there was only one teacher to 25 or so kids like is often the case....some students struggled to keep up. Something as innocent as helping another student was cause for discipline.

I will never forget my parents response to this teacher. They said that as Christians we are called to put others before ourselves and to seek to serve others and that they were raising me to be a good Christian. They were proud that I had a heart to serve and rather than disciplining me I was praised.

I don't recall the teacher mentioning it again.

I love homeschooling. I think I would celebrate and bake a cake for any child of mine who I 'CAUGHT' helping another.

My Favorite Math Story

2:46 PM, Jul. 13, 2006, posted by jaminacema

Well, this one is hard for me...Since I am not a Math fan! (But I really need the DVD set so here it goes!) My favorite Math moment was when we found Math-U-See and I watched the 1st video and realized I was actually going to be able to teach my own children MATH! I always assumed that after few years I would have to turn the job over to my hubby. Instead 5 years later I am still teaching them Math and am even learning as I go along! By the time child # 3 finishes highschool I may actually be good at it! LOL

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