This two tape series clearly presents the concept of decimal numbers. Through many real-life examples, the viewer will discover that decimals help people count and measure with more accuracy. Intermediate Colorful cartoon characters illustrate the concepts of accuracy, use of decimals, and writing and reading decimal numbers.
Examples are clear, the action is engaging, and the information is carefully presented.
This is a perfect fit for a middle school mathematics curricula. The action is introduced by the voice of Denise, who likes math but is worried by the new subject of decimals. She consults with Professor Leopold Kingsley, a cartoon lion who is our guide for the rest of the video. He shows us the importance of accuracy at a foot race, in counting money, and in weighing food. He then illustrates how accuracy is improved by using tenths, hundredths, and thousandths.