Maths from History

The Egyptians

C.F.L. Mary Brading
After a brief introduction to the history of ancient Egypt, this book focuses on their mathematical ideas. It includes an explanation of the Egyptian number system and their methods of approaching arithmetic, including fractions. It also describes their calendar and the way that they measured land areas and weights. Complete with teacher's notes and reproducible masters.
£6.95

The Greeks

C.F.L Mary Brading
Following the format set by the earlier book on the Egyptians, this companion volume also focusses on mathematical ideas. It includes interesting stories about Greek mathematicians and a timeline showing the span of Greek civilisation. Plenty of historical background is given and there are lots of photocopiable activity sheets to help children discover the contribution made by the Greeks to our understanding of mathematical concepts.
£6.95

The Romans

1 862154 69 4 John Bibby

This book includes 25 photocopiable activity sheets for classroom use, notes for teachers and suggestions for extension activities. Roman numerals, coins, calendars, and measurements are all explored in their historical contexts, together with many interesting facts and stories about the Romans and their mathematics. £6.95

Maths & History Videos

Each contains a 15 minute programme on the topics covered by these books.

The Egyptians Video £8.50 (+ VAT)

The Greeks Video £8.50 (+ VAT)

The Romans Video £8.50 (+ VAT)