The Bulgarian Math series focuses on building a truly solid foundation of mathematical knowledge and skill, with deep explorations into algebra, geometry, and general logic and problem solving. In addition to the core content, these textbooks place a strong emphasis on communicating mathematics clearly, doing computations efficiently, and using common sense to check if answers and results make sen
se. The series has been written, translated, and edited by a group of talented mathematics educators with a focus on developing strong mathematical intuition and preparing students for high level mathematics. This affordable textbook series is structured to provide a smooth experience for students and teachers alike. Each set consists of a textbook and a workbook, providing a full math curriculum for one semester. In the textbooks, each lesson fits onto a two-page spread, including the practice problems, making it easier to focus on the topic at hand. The workbooks provide space for students to try the solved examples from the reading on their own, plus additional worksheets to further student understanding. In both books, the exercises contain problems that are extremely similar to the solved examples, as well as variations that require critical thinking skills to transform difficult problems into more manageable ones. These books cultivate a strong relationship between the students and the material; by using helpful color coding, symbols, and by providing appropriate scaffolding for students throughout. They have been used with great success in the very popular Math Taught the Right Way program at the world-famous Berkeley Math Circle.
