Mathical Prize Winners

Authored by two prominent historical writers for this age group, the narrative unfolds from the viewpoints of two teenage siblings working at Bletchley Park at the onset of World War II. While Bletchley primarily focuses on code-breaking and the Nazi Enigma Machine, the teenagers also strive to uncover a family mystery. Numerous characters are mathematicians …

Trajectory seamlessly integrates real mathematics into its plot, showcasing the critical role of female mathematicians in WWII. The story celebrates a love for math through Eleanor’s problem-solving journey, incorporating equations, patterns, and historical applications into its engaging narrative that highlights both the intellectual excitement of mathematics and its real-world impact. – Amanda Ruiz, Mathical Committee …

Peppered with quotations from Fannie Farmer, this picture book biography explains why standard measurements were necessary in cooking while telling the story of Fannie Farmer’s life. She loved cooking from childhood, but cookbooks in those days used descriptions like “sugar to your taste” and “as many yolks as may be necessary.” The book shows us …

When drought threatens the wilted dry landscape, a triangle boldly sets forth in search of a lucky dragon that can bring much needed rain. During the journey Triangle encounters other shapes that agree to help search for the lucky dragon. They come to realize they are much stronger and more versatile working as a team. …

Measuring Me! invites readers to think about measurement in terms of comparisons. Some of the things that the Mathical Committee loves about this book include use of common objects to explore measurement, fun facts about the human body, mathematical connections to the real world, and the wonderful paper height chart. We appreciate the bright, lively …

A NASA astrophysicist narrates his improbable journey from an impoverished childhood and an adolescence mired in drugs and crime to the nation’s top physics PhD program at Stanford in this inspiring coming-of-age memoir. Born into extreme poverty and emotional deprivation, James Edward Plummer was blessed with a genius I.Q. and a love of science. But …

Talia loves math puzzles and code-breaking, but the new social rules of middle school have her stumped. Her best friend, Dash, is now embarrassed to be best friends with a girl, so he only wants to hang out with Talia outside of school. And although Talia is excited to make the math team, the strict …

A memorable, inspiring introduction to a groundbreaking figure in STEM history. Growing up in southern India during British rule, Srinivasa Ramanujan was fascinated by numbers: they made patterns only he could see. Soon he spent as much time as he could in the world of mathematics, exploring concepts and trying to publish his ideas. In …

Told exclusively through charts and graphic illustrations, infographics designer Lalena Fisher explores the touching friendship of Ana and Harwin and how they work through their emotions when one friend learns the other is moving far away. Friends Beyond Measure explores the world of infographics, including maps, diagrams, charts, timelines, and so much more! From the chart …

Part of the Kitty & Cat series. It’s bathtime for Cat, but Cat is nowhere to be found. That is, until you look closely. Young readers will delight in following housemates Kitty and Puppy (and a few buzzing flies) on an excitable pursuit—with hilarious results! Author-illustrator Mirka Hokkanen brings her original talent for sight gags …

Celebrate diversity, math, and the power of storytelling! Rafael wants to protect his toys from his little sister, Essie. Gathering materials from around the house, he builds a wall tall enough and wide enough to keep her out. But will it be strong enough? And what does Essie really want? A playful exploration of physical …

Have you ever been the best at something . . . only to lose it all? Luz Véliz is a soccer star—or rather, she was a soccer star. With her serious knee injury, it’s unlikely she’ll be back on the field anytime soon. But without soccer, who is she? Even her dad treats her differently …