Publisher's Synopsis
Saved By Simple Logic is written for older children and young adults. It teaches the ability to think, analyse, and learn. Each chapter begins with a short story that includes carefully chosen phrases, vocabulary, and ideas for discussion. Parents and teachers will be able to encourage children to learn new words, understand their meaning, and explore moral and ethical questions. For example, here are several questions for discussion and vocabulary from the story entitled Misfortunes Never Come Singly: Do you think it is wise to abuse power or knowledge? Why do you think that corruption is bad for the country? If you had a friend who did a bad thing, would you cover up for him? Why? Vocabulary: fluency, panacea, renounce, serendipitous, stern, sycophant, adorn, weak, stiff, abet, evil, abjure, acrimonious, bitter, and flatterer. Personal Computers have evolved and invaded almost every house since their debut. They have become an indispensable necessity for most of us. People of all ages use computers daily for their work, shopping, learning, amusement, and many other activities. Since digital computers function through the use of binary logic, understanding logic is very necessary in order to operate a computer. The author of Saved By Simple Logic believes children should be exposed to logic as soon as they can understand it, and his book offers an easy and fun way for children to learn logical concepts that will prepare them for modern life. Saved By Simple Logic teaches good ethics and manners and shows that corruption leads to havoc. It shows that any society can defeat a corrupt system by uniting and using knowledge wisely. It also illustrates that every person is useful to their society regardless of sex, age, and capabilities. The stories in this book concentrate on logic and promote analysis, creativity, and critical thinking.
