Out of the Box Algebra: Developing Advanced Algebraic Skills Through Creative and Challenging Problems

The target audience of this book Students enrolled in Algebra 1 & 2, Honors Algebra, and Pre-Calculus courses. Participants in AMC 10 /12, MATHCOUNTS, MathCON, and Math Leagues. Math Circle students and organizers. Parents who want to advance their kids’ algebra skills. General mathematics enthusiasts. This book covers all topics in Algebra I, the majority of topics in Algebra II, and pre-calculus. It also presents some non-traditional concepts in school algebra. Through concise explanations and carefully crafted problems, it illustrates how all algebraic concepts are interconnected. Students will broaden their understanding and develop advanced mathematical concepts by working through cognitively challenging problems with well-constructed solutions. While students initially feel challenged, they will eventually develop a sense of connection and enjoy the problems presented in this book.