Why is a rainbow curved? Why aren't left-handers extinct? How is a sunflower like a synchronised swimmer? Why is 'e' a magic number?
The answer to these questions is contained within one simple word: MATHS. Because maths is all about patterns, and our universe is extraordinarily patterned.
With enthusiasm, humour and heart, Eddie Woo shows how card tricks, conspiracy theories, teacups, killer butterflies, music, lightning and so much more illuminate the spellbinding world of maths that surrounds us.
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'I never thought I'd read a maths book cover to cover, let alone sing its praises. Eddie Woo makes maths fun, accessible and relevant. Now we can all benefit from his extraordinary skill as a teacher.'
JENNY BROCKIE, journalist and TV host
'Not just a great teacher, Woo's Wonderful World of Maths shows Eddie to be a storyteller too. Is there anything the Woo cannot do?'
ADAM SPENCER, Ambassador for Mathematics, University of Sydney
Author Information
Award-winning maths teacher and YouTuber Eddie Woo, known to students worldwide as 'Mister WooTube', is a Professor of Practice, Sydney School of Education at Sydney University.
Eddie brings his signature, innovative teaching methods to the lecture theatre, where he teaches and mentors teaching students. He also conducts educational research and continues to teach in classrooms part-time.
He was formerly an ambassador for the NSW Department of Education.
In 2012, Eddie started recording his lessons and uploading them to Youtube - creating 'Wootube'. Since then, he has amassed a following of more than 600,000 subscribers and his videos have been viewed more than 120 million times.
In 2018, Eddie was named Australia's Local Hero of the Year and shortlisted as one of the top ten teachers in the world.
Eddie remains a trusted and respected educator and communicator, and a star in the media. He has been profiled twice on 'Australian Story'. He has become the face of an inspiring and successful approach to teaching and, in particular, to demystifying maths.
He is the author of Woo's Wonderful World of Maths, Eddie Woo's Magical Maths 1 and 2, and two titles in the Maths Super Sleuth series: Time Out and Team Trouble.