Publisher's Synopsis
The Adventure as a guiding thread: The story is presented as an "amazing adventure" full of mysteries and challenges, which generates intrigue and motivates students to actively participate in the learning process. The narrative becomes a vehicle for exploring mathematical concepts.
The Knowledge Map: The novel introduces the idea of the "Knowledge Map," a tool that guides the student in their exploration, encouraging them to record their findings, ideas, and questions. This promotes metacognition and reflection on one's own learning. Two options for developing it are presented, one digital and one in the notebook, giving flexibility to the student.
Freedom of choice: Students are free to choose the order in which they explore the three regions of the adventure, allowing them to customize their own learning process. This autonomy fosters their responsibility and commitment.
Autonomous learning: The novel is structured so that students discover mathematical concepts through the narrative, rather than having them presented to them directly. For example, they explore numbering systems in Babylon and the binary system on a computer, connecting these concepts to history and culture. Individual research and problem solving are encouraged.
The role of the teacher as a guide: The novel recognizes the importance of the teacher as a facilitator of learning, accompanying students in their exploration. The teacher can help students deepen their learning, give them perspective, and make a connection between topics. If the teacher gives a lecture on the characteristics of Sumerian society or on trigonometric functions, it is very likely that students will not pay much attention, but if this information appears in the context of the adventure, students will be more interested.
Integration of various areas of knowledge: The novel intertwines mathematical concepts with elements of history, philosophy, technology, literature, and art, which promotes interdisciplinary learning and a deeper understanding of the world.
Promotion of critical thinking: The novel raises questions about power, the manipulation of information, and the importance of ethics in the use of knowledge. Students are invited to reflect on these topics, encouraging critical thinking and social responsibility.
Challenge and overcoming: Students face challenges and puzzles that require the application of their mathematical knowledge. This encourages perseverance, problem solving, and confidence in their own abilities.
Application of knowledge in real life: The story establishes a connection between mathematics and the real world, demonstrating that numbers are not simple abstractions, but powerful tools to understand and transform reality.
