The Arithmech League of New Jersey, or as we call it, "The ALNJ," was not an ordinary club. Ah, no! It was a place where numbers danced, equations quizzed, and geometrical shapes grew personalities. The ALNJ was a secret society hidden within the busy heart of the Garden State, and its members? They were the math-loving munchkins of New Jersey. Now, New Jersey, the fourth smallest state of the U.S., is home to more than just the Jersey Shore and the historical Liberty State Park. It's also home to a whole bunch of number-crunching kiddos whose brains whirr faster than a Jersey diner's milkshake machine! One of these whiz kids is our hero, a ten-year-old boy named Timmy "The Totaler" Thompson. Timmy, with his wild curly hair and glasses perched precariously on his nose, was the crowned king of counting in all of New Jersey. He had an unusual knack for making numbers funnier than a clown in a tutu. One day, during a long division lesson, Timmy decided to rename the remainder "Bob." So, now whenever they had a "Bob" in their equation, the kids would erupt in laughter. Who knew math could be so hilarious? Another time, Timmy discovered that the number '142857' was magical. If you multiply it by 2, 3, 4, 5, or 6, it rearranges itself! This crazy number became the mascot of the ALNJ, and they named it "The Jersey Jumbler." So, my little reader, welcome to New Jersey, where math isn't just numbers and equations, but a comical adventure with Timmy "The Totaler" Thompson and his band of merry mathletes!

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Swift Nature Camp is the perfect place for your child to spend their summer! Our overnight camp for boys and girls ages 6-15 is located in beautiful Wisconsin. We offer a unique blend of traditional summer camp activities and environmental education to help kids increase their appreciation for nature, science, and the environment. We’ve got it all – fun, friendships, adventure trips, and nature! Spend your summer with us – you’ll never forget it!

Minong, WI 54859
4.5(4 reviews)
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In the 1990s, Peter Markovitz and David Ullendorff had a vision: to help children build a lasting understanding of mathematics that would give them the skills and confidence to succeed in school and in life. To make this vision a reality, they founded Mathnasium, a math-only learning center. To ensure their program was the best it could be, the Mathnasium team sought out Larry Martinek, an experienced educator, teacher trainer, and curriculum consultant. With Larry’s help, they crafted the Mathnasium Method—a comprehensive, industry-leading approach to teaching mathematics. The Mathnasium Method is designed to help kids of all ages develop a deep understanding of mathematics that will carry them through their academic studies and beyond. With a focus on teaching students how to think, Mathnasium has become the go-to source for those looking to give their child the tools to achieve their full academic potential.

Montclair, NJ 07042
4.9(5 reviews)
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Kumon of MONTCLAIR is part of the world's largest after-school math & reading program, helping children of all ages become self-learners. Welcome to our Kumon Math and Reading Center. For more than 60 years, Kumon’s after-school academic enrichment program has helped children achieve success worldwide. We strive to instill in children the desire to achieve and the motivation to learn on their own. Whether your child is seeking enrichment, needs help catching up or is just beginning his or her academic career, Kumon is designed to help him or her develop a love of learning.

Montclair, NJ 07042