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Bluffton, Ohio, United States
About the store
Jay Waggoner and Matt Lora have a combined 53 years experience of teaching in the classroom and many, many hours of one-on-one tutoring. Although Jay may not appreciate how it will be noted that there is a significant age difference between us, our success as a small company is the product of understanding, monitoring and helping students maintain key mathematical disciplines. Our goals are established by our line of "trendy" and creative products.
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Preview of All FIVE High School Mathnerdys,Test Prep,ACT,SAT,algebra,geometry,calculus

All FIVE High School Mathnerdys,Test Prep,ACT,SAT,algebra,geometry,calculus

The intent of our Mathnerdy columns is to provide teachers and students with quick review problems in a game-like format. Working quickly under pressure is an actuality on Proficiency Tests, ACTs and SATs. Our Mathnerdy columns afford timed responses, in a fun and non-threatening atmosphere, that put a little pressure on the student. We have ten sets of 20 “Mathnerdy” columns, for fifth grade students through Calculus, so our “Mathnerdys” review many, many topics at varying levels of difficulty.
Preview of Complete Set 20, 8th Grade Board Sessions,Common Core,Review,Quiz Bowl,digitally

Complete Set 20, 8th Grade Board Sessions,Common Core,Review,Quiz Bowl,digitally

This is the complete set of our 8th Grade Board Sessions, digitally, at a nice lower price than buying them individually. If you've not used any before, the blurb that describes their purpose will follow. ( An early aside . . . Though this was NOT their original purpose, any of the twenty sessions included in this package would be perfect for a Blizzard Bag. They're already to go digitally for a net assignment, but can also be run off for the bag. . . . and you've ALREADY got the answers/
Preview of Complete Set 20 Board Geometry Board Sessions,Review WITH Solutions,ACT,SAT

Complete Set 20 Board Geometry Board Sessions,Review WITH Solutions,ACT,SAT

This is the complete set of all 20 Geometry Board Sessions. These twenty sessions will take teacher and student through the entire year of a typical Geometry course at the high school level . . . giving problems that constantly review and blend topics, challenge,"come out " relatively nicely (No calculator is needed.), . . AND each session has a solution sheet with explanations! ( An early aside . . . Though this was NOT their original purpose, any of the twenty sessions included in this pa
Preview of Solving Systems of Equations in Geometric Applications

Solving Systems of Equations in Geometric Applications

In this activity, students will 1) set up a system for each problem. 2) solve for x and y. 3) use their x and y values to find additional information about each problem. Students will need to have an understanding of properties of parallel lines, the base-angle theorem, supplementary angles, triangle sum theorem, Pythagorean theorem, and perimeter and area of triangles. Two practice sets are given with answer keys. This was created by Matt Lora at Value Added Publishing. Our store link is h
Preview of Complete Set 20, M.S. Algebra Board Sessions,Common Core,Review,digitally

Complete Set 20, M.S. Algebra Board Sessions,Common Core,Review,digitally

This is the complete set of our Middle School (M.S.) Algebra Board Sessions, digitally, at a nice lower price than buying them individually. If you've not used any before, the blurb that describes their purpose will follow. ( An early aside . . . Though this was NOT their original purpose, any of the twenty sessions included in this package would be perfect for a Blizzard Bag. They're already to go digitally for a net assignment, but can also be run off for the bag. . . . and you've ALREADY go
Preview of 5th Grade Board Sessions, Complete Set of 20 Sessions,Common Core & Review

5th Grade Board Sessions, Complete Set of 20 Sessions,Common Core & Review

This is the complete set of our 5th Grade Board Sessions, digitally, at a nice lower price than buying them individually. If you've not used any before, the blurb that describes their purpose will follow. ( An early aside . . . Though this was NOT their original purpose, any of the twenty sessions included in this package would be perfect for a Blizzard Bag. They're already to go digitally for a net assignment, but can also be run off for the bag. . . . and you've ALREADY got the answers/sol
Preview of Complete Set 20 7th Grade Board Sessions,Common Core,Review,Quiz Bowl,digitally

Complete Set 20 7th Grade Board Sessions,Common Core,Review,Quiz Bowl,digitally

This is the complete set of our 7th Grade Board Sessions, digitally, at a nice lower price than buying them individually. If you've not used any before, the blurb that describes their purpose will follow. ( An early aside . . . Though this was NOT their original purpose, any of the twenty sessions included in this package would be perfect for a Blizzard Bag. They're already to go digitally for a net assignment, but can also be run off for the bag. . . . and you've ALREADY got the answers/
Preview of Geometry Mathnerdy, 20 Jeopardy columns,template,ACT,SAT,Graduation Test

Geometry Mathnerdy, 20 Jeopardy columns,template,ACT,SAT,Graduation Test

The intent of our Mathnerdy columns is to provide teachers and students with quick review problems in a game-like format. Working quickly under pressure is an actuality on Proficiency Tests, ACTs and SATs. Our Mathnerdy columns afford timed responses, in a fun and non-threatening atmosphere, that put a little pressure on the student. We have ten sets of 20 “Mathnerdy” columns, for fifth grade students through Calculus, so our “Mathnerdys” review many, many topics at varying levels of difficulty.
Preview of 50 Pre-Geometry Puzzle Riddles

50 Pre-Geometry Puzzle Riddles

The foundation for all upper level math is based upon two subjects now required by nearly all high schools in the United States - algebra and geometry. The concepts and applications of variables, exponential laws, polynomial manipulation, and finding solution sets in algebra are necessary for all future work in mathematics. Developing a system, using logic, and working with two- and three-dimensional figures are all components of a traditional geometry course. They, too, are extremely important
Preview of "Criss-Cross Will Make Ya Think, Think!"

"Criss-Cross Will Make Ya Think, Think!"

In this puzzle from our book, PRE-GEOMETRY PUZZLE RIDDLES, students will be … - Using parallel lines and transversals to find missing angles measurements Authors: Jay Waggoner and Matt Lora, Value Added Publishing For more fun, low priced, math puzzle books for the junior high and high school ages, visit us at www.valueaddedpublishing.com. Our MATHACROSTICS series includes Pre-Algebra Proverbs, Algebra Sports Quotes, Algebra 2 Movie Quotes, and Pre-Geometry Puzzle Riddles. All of our puzz
Preview of Complete Set of 20 6th Grade Board Sessions,Common Core,Review,Quiz Bowl

Complete Set of 20 6th Grade Board Sessions,Common Core,Review,Quiz Bowl

This is the complete set of our 6th Grade Board Sessions, digitally, at a nice lower price than buying them individually. If you've not used any before, the blurb that describes their purpose will follow. ( An early aside . . . Though this was NOT their original purpose, any of the twenty sessions included in this package would be perfect for a Blizzard Bag. They're already to go digitally for a net assignment, but can also be run off for the bag. . . . and you've ALREADY got the answers/solut
Preview of Pre-Algebra Proverbs WITH Explanations,Supplementary Mini-Textbook,algebra

Pre-Algebra Proverbs WITH Explanations,Supplementary Mini-Textbook,algebra

We have decided to take one of our more popular puzzle series and make it even more user-friendly in a couple ways. First, we are making each of the books in the series entirely digital for those who prefer digital to hard copy (for those who prefer hard copy please go to our Value Added Publishing site) and second, we will be writing introductory explanations for EACH of the individual mathacrostics puzzles. Pre-Algebra Proverbs Mathacrostics has now been completed. This listi
Preview of High School Geometry,Mathematics,Algebra,activities,Combo +  Package 14

High School Geometry,Mathematics,Algebra,activities,Combo + Package 14

Here’s a package of arithmetic and math activities bound to please any Geometry teacher . . . a great present for yourself, or a favorite teacher. The “combo +” includes five different forms of activities geared to improving the atmosphere and the testing scores of any Geometry classroom . . . and it’s priced at a 26% discount from buying the five items separately. Included are: the complete set of Geometry Board Sessions WITH SOLUTIONS to all the problems, not just answers ($19.95), the complet
Preview of 8th Grade,Mathematics,Algebra,Geometry,activities,Combo Package 7

8th Grade,Mathematics,Algebra,Geometry,activities,Combo Package 7

Here’s a package of arithmetic and math activities bound to please any 8th grade teacher . . . a great present for yourself, or a favorite teacher. The “combo” includes three different forms of activities geared to improving the atmosphere and the testing scores of any 8th grade classroom . . . and it’s priced at a 21% discount from buying the three items separately. Included are: the complete set of 8th Grade Board Sessions ($19.95), the complete set of 8th Grade Mathnerdy “game boards” ($2.95)
Preview of 7th Grade Arithmetic,Mathematics,Geometry,activities,Combo Package 5

7th Grade Arithmetic,Mathematics,Geometry,activities,Combo Package 5

Here’s a package of arithmetic and math activities bound to please any 7th grade teacher . . . a great present for yourself, or a favorite teacher. The “combo” includes three different forms of activities geared to improving the atmosphere and the testing scores of any 7th grade classroom . . . and it’s priced at a 21% discount from buying the three items separately. Included are: the complete set of 7th Grade Board Sessions ($19.95), the complete set of 7th Grade Mathnerdy “game boards” ($2
Preview of Cartesian Cartoon Puzzle,middle school graphing,reflections,Plane and Simple

Cartesian Cartoon Puzzle,middle school graphing,reflections,Plane and Simple

Plane and Simple In this graphing puzzle, the student will: 1). plot points in the first quadrant of a coordinate plane. 2). reflect a plane-figure across the y-axis Please do not be intimidated by the 8.1 Core Standard number if it appears in the "core numbers" . . . it is the one that has the student work with reflections (among other things). Our reflections are not all that complex. Our Cartesian Cartoon Puzzle series is intended to offer different slants and blends from most of the
Preview of "Similar Tastes" PROVERB

"Similar Tastes" PROVERB

In this puzzle from the book, PRE-ALGEBRA PROVERBS, students will be … -Decoding a proverb by William Shakespeare - Finding missing sides of similar geometric figures Author: Jay Waggoner, Value Added Publishing Get all 51 Pre-Algebra Proverb puzzles by purchasing this MATHACROSTICS book for only $9.95! See below for details. For more fun, low priced, math puzzle books for the junior high and high school ages, visit us at www.valueaddedpublishing.com. Our MATHACROSTICS series includes Pre-A
Preview of "Angle Measures"

"Angle Measures"

In this puzzle from our book, PRE-GEOMETRY PUZZLE RIDDLES, students will be… - Finding missing angle measures within parallel lines and triangles Author: Jay Waggoner and Matt Lora, Value Added Publishing For more fun, low priced, math puzzle books for the junior high and high school ages, visit us at www.valueaddedpublishing.com. Our MATHACROSTICS series includes Pre-Algebra Proverbs, Algebra Sports Quotes, Algebra 2 Movie Quotes, and Pre-Geometry Puzzle Riddles. All of our puzzle books c
Preview of All FIVE Middle School Mathnerdys,Test Prep,Quiz Bowl,Math Counts

All FIVE Middle School Mathnerdys,Test Prep,Quiz Bowl,Math Counts

The intent of our Mathnerdy columns is to provide teachers and students with quick review problems in a game-like format. Working quickly under pressure is an actuality on Proficiency Tests, ACTs and SATs. Our Mathnerdy columns afford timed responses, in a fun and non-threatening atmosphere, that put a little pressure on the student. We have ten sets of 20 “Mathnerdy” columns, for fifth grade students through Calculus, so our “Mathnerdys” review many, many topics at varying levels of difficu
Preview of 8th Grade Mathnerdy, 20 Jeopardy columns,template,8th Grade math,quiz bowl

8th Grade Mathnerdy, 20 Jeopardy columns,template,8th Grade math,quiz bowl

The intent of our Mathnerdy columns is to provide teachers and students with quick review problems in a game-like format. Working quickly under pressure is an actuality on Proficiency Tests, ACTs and SATs. Our Mathnerdy columns afford timed responses, in a fun and non-threatening atmosphere, that put a little pressure on the student. We have ten sets of 20 “Mathnerdy” columns, for fifth grade students through Calculus, so our “Mathnerdys” review many, many topics at varying levels of difficu
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About the store

Experience

Jay Waggoner and Matt Lora have a combined 53 years experience of teaching in the classroom and many, many hours of one-on-one tutoring. Although Jay may not appreciate how it will be noted that there is a significant age difference between us, our success as a small company is the product of understanding, monitoring and helping students maintain key mathematical disciplines. Our goals are established by our line of "trendy" and creative products.

Teaching style

Jay Waggoner and Matt Lora agree that students and teachers will have success in the math classroom by using 3 simple rules. 1) Teaching and Learning has to be FUN! 2) Students must memorize basic facts about numbers and their operations. 3) Monitoring of student performance must be weekly and should be cumulative using calculator and non-calculator assessments.

Awards & shining teacher moments

Jay Waggoner: Teacher of the Year Award at Shawnee High School (Lima, OH) 1996

My own education history

Jay Waggoner: BA and MA in teaching Mathematics Matt Lora: BA and MA in teaching Mathematics

Additional biographical information

For more biography information, please learn about us at http://www.valueaddedpublishing.com