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Biggest Number in the Universe, The

Biggest Number in the Universe, The

Published in
2004
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Description

Nesta asks her next door neighbour for a number, any number, as long as it is big and impressive. The mathematician is not interested in helping to begin with but in the end he relents and lends Nesta 8,888,888,888 - a very impressive number indeed. But only on the understanding that she look after it and doesn't take it out of her pocket until she reaches school. But Nesta does...
Age
7-10
Text complexity
proficient
Length
32 pages

Why to read

  • Expands understanding of mathematical concepts and the nature of infinity, providing insight into how mathematicians think about large numbers.
  • Offers a unique perspective on the universe and our place within it by exploring the concept of scale from a mathematical point of view.
  • Inspires curiosity and a sense of wonder about the world of mathematics, making complex ideas accessible to a general audience.
  • Encourages readers to think beyond the conventional limits of numbers and to appreciate the beauty and complexity of mathematical thought.