Big Truck and Car Word Problems Starring Multiplication and Division

"This series is a well-balanced introduction for solving math word problems . . . There are many titles that explain math concepts, but there are few with as many diverse examples displayed in simple terms and with a focus on the key vocabulary clue words."

Library Media Connection, August/September 2009

". . . offers a clear and lucid explanation of the basic tenets of solving word problems using these operations . . . This is an excellent explanation of a topic that many students find difficult to understand and can be used by both first-time learners or as a remedial tool."

TriState Young Adult Book Review Committee, March 2009

"This would be great for in-class use or to help students who need more guidance to understanding how to best deal with word problems."

Tucson Unified School District, February 2009

". . . offer appropriate strategies for tackling word problems in specific skills areas using kid-friendly topics and illustrations . . . Instructions and examples are clear, and a variety of approaches are demonstrated . . ."

The Horn Book Guide, Fall 2009

"Wingard-Nelson chooses subjects of high interest to children and capitalizes on that interest when constructing her word problems . . . The author provides a logical list of problem-solving steps, instructs readers in searching for clue words, and describes pitfalls to avoid. She also offers alternative ways to solve problems, which is a most helpful feature as it facilitates different learning styles. The books are visually stimulating, employing varying colors and fonts that will help children zero in on essential information."

School Library Journal, April 2009