We received 3 items: The Master Angle, Master Angle Workbook and the Marvels of Measurement Poster. I'll talk about the workbook first. These books are supplementary in nature to your usual math curriculum. My son, Jacob, who is actively learning about angles in his regular math book, seemed to be the best candidate for this review. He opened the book and found that it was easy to read with clear and concise explanations and instructions. There was plenty of repitition, which I am a firm believer in because I think it solidifies what you are learning. It also had plenty of real-life application for the use of angles, which I also appreciated.
An important component to the workbook, but also something that is perfect by itself, is The Master Angle tool. It is a great little tool that actually goes the full radius of a circle rather than only half way, like a regular protractor. It has a moveable arm and little holes at every degree for the student to place pencil marks to make a perfect angle of any size. There are tutorials for how to use each of their products on their page, too. Another great perk is that it's very durable. I can't say enough as a homeschooling Mom how important durability is! This is a great (and very inexpensive) product to have on hand for any level math program.
We also received the Marvels of Measurement Poster, which each of my children were happy to have. It is a quick resource that can tell you conversions for length, capacity, and weight in a fun and fast way.
We were very pleased with these products and would highly recommend them to anyone! Here are the specifics:
Items: Master Angles
Publisher: Master Innovations
Price: Workbook - $15.95 The Master Angle - $5.95 Measurement Poster - $10
Age Range: This book is suggested for grades 1 - 4, but I'd go even farther and say that it could be easily used through grade 6 or as a review for any grade.
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3 comments:
I enjoyed your review. We really liked the Master Angle as well. : )
Love the photos of the kids! The poster looks cool too. :-)
hmmm, I will have to keep this on in mind for future use. I finally got wise and am using the library of the school that we are enrolled in (it is 400 miles away). They send us what we want through the mail (free of charge- I think!! I hope!!!) I just received our first package today- I borrowed some different kinds of curriculum to see if any clicked so I can go buy something already tested when it comes time to purchase for next year.
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