Ned Tarrington


Biography

As a long time fan of fairy tales and the joyous enthusiasm of youth, Ned presents stories appropriate to children of all ages. Whether the story teaches and instructs the student, or merely entertains, the act of reading should always expand our comprehension of the world about us. With three university degrees, he continues to write for education as well as adventure.

Contests/Awards:

Honorable Mention, May 2009 Short Story Contest, Writers’ Journal, “Slide Heights”
Third Prize, November 2007 Travel Writing Contest, Writers’ Journal, “Out Wickenburg Way”

Books

Professor Prattle Explains Numbers    by Ned Tarrington
Price: $0.99 USD. 700 words. Published on January 9, 2012. Nonfiction.

Professor Prattle explains numbers to students using a chalkboard and visual representations. Also includes an introduction to counting and the concept of zero. This educational picture book includes 15 illustrations and approximately 410 words. This book is most appropriate for children ages 4 to 6.
Professor Prattle Teaches Shapes    by Ned Tarrington
Price: $0.99 USD. 550 words. Published on December 8, 2011. Nonfiction.

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Professor Prattle presents various simple two-dimensional shapes for young children to recognize. Eleven shapes are covered, including the circle, square and rectangle. The book also includes some basic counting practice. With 19 illustrations and 240 words, this colorful picture book is most appropriate for children ages 1 to 5.
Linear Equation Practice in Elementary Algebra, Grades 6-8    by Ned Tarrington
Price: $1.99 USD. 8020 words. Published on October 6, 2011. Nonfiction.

Practice solving linear equations with these fifty problems in elementary algebra. The student selects a single variable linear equation, solves for the variable, and checks the answer by viewing the step-by-step solution. Problems start with low difficulty and gradually increase to challenging. Most appropriate for 6th to 8th grade students.
Basic Linear Equation Practice in Elementary Algebra, Grades 4-5    by Ned Tarrington
Price: $1.99 USD. 7860 words. Published on September 15, 2011. Nonfiction.

Practice solving linear equations with these fifty basic problems in elementary algebra. The student selects a single variable linear equation, solves for the variable, and checks the answer by viewing the step-by-step solution. Problems start with low difficulty and gradually increase to challenging. Most appropriate for 4th and 5th grade students.
Fruitful Addition    by Ned Tarrington
Price: $1.99 USD. 16420 words. Published on August 21, 2011. Nonfiction.

Let your child practice basic addition skills with this pictogram addition book. Select one of forty-five addition problems with appropriate fruit symbols, work the problem, and then review the answer that also has a dual pictogram representation. This book is most appropriate for the kindergarten student, with beginning help from the parent.
Elementary Algebra Expression Practice Book 2, Grades 4-5    by Ned Tarrington
Price: $0.99 USD. 2140 words. Published on July 29, 2011. Nonfiction.

Enhance essential elementary algebra skills with these twenty-one practice problems. Each problem has an expression with mixed operators to reinforce the concept of operator precedence and use of parentheses. Choose a problem from the problem list, and then confirm your answer by easily navigating the link to the complete instructive solution. Most appropriate for 4th and 5th grade students.
Division Practice Book 2, Grades 4-5    by Ned Tarrington
Price: $0.99 USD. 2890 words. Published on July 24, 2011. Nonfiction.

Practice and hone important division skills with this second book. Select one of twenty math problems with complete solutions that educate the student in the division process. The book also includes four bonus word problems with complete explanations and answers. Easily navigate the links from the problem list to view the solution. Most appropriate for 4th and 5th grade students.
Multiplication Practice Book 2, Grades 4-5    by Ned Tarrington
Price: $0.99 USD. 2890 words. Published on July 20, 2011. Nonfiction.

Practice and hone important multiplication skills with this second book. Select one of twenty math problems with complete solutions that educate the student in the multiplication process. The book also includes four bonus word problems with complete explanations and answers. Easily navigate the links from the problem list to view the solution. Most appropriate for 4th and 5th grade students.
Addition Practice Book 2, Grade 3    by Ned Tarrington
Price: $0.99 USD. 2910 words. Published on July 16, 2011. Nonfiction.

Practice and hone important addition skills with this second book. Select one of twenty math problems with complete solutions that educate the student in the addition process. The book also includes four bonus word problems with complete explanations and answers. Easily navigate the links from the problem list to view the solution. Most appropriate for 3rd grade students.
Subtraction Practice Book 2, Grade 3    by Ned Tarrington
Price: $0.99 USD. 2880 words. Published on July 11, 2011. Nonfiction.

Practice and hone important subtraction skills with this second book. Select one of twenty math problems with complete solutions that educate the student in the subtraction process. The book also includes four bonus word problems with complete explanations and answers. Easily navigate the links from the problem list to view the solution. Most appropriate for 3rd grade students.
Subtraction Practice Book 1, Grade 3    by Ned Tarrington
Price: $0.99 USD. 2870 words. Published on July 8, 2011. Nonfiction.

Practice and hone important subtraction skills. Select one of twenty math problems with complete solutions that educate the student in the subtraction process. The book also includes four bonus word problems with complete explanations and answers. Easily navigate the links from the problem list to view the solution. Most appropriate for 3rd grade students.
Addition Practice Book 1, Grade 3    by Ned Tarrington
Price: $0.99 USD. 2900 words. Published on July 2, 2011. Nonfiction.

Practice and hone important addition skills. Select one of twenty math problems with complete solutions that educate the student in the addition process. The book also includes four bonus word problems with complete explanations and answers. Easily navigate the links from the problem list to view the solution. Most appropriate for 3rd grade students.
Elementary Algebra Expression Practice Book 1, Grades 4-5    by Ned Tarrington
Price: $0.99 USD. 2140 words. Published on June 27, 2011. Nonfiction.

Enhance essential elementary algebra skills with these twenty-one practice problems. Each problem has an expression with mixed operators to reinforce the concept of operator precedence and use of parentheses. Choose a problem from the problem list, and then confirm your answer by easily navigating the link to the complete instructive solution. Most appropriate for 4th and 5th grade students.
Division Practice Book 1, Grades 4-5    by Ned Tarrington
Price: $0.99 USD. 2880 words. Published on June 17, 2011. Nonfiction.

Practice and hone important math skills with twenty division problems, each with an instructive solution. Choose a problem to solve from the problem list, and then confirm your answer by easily navigating the link to view the solution. The book also includes four bonus word problems with complete explanations and answers. Most appropriate for 4th and 5th grade students.
Multiplication Practice Book 1, Grades 4-5    by Ned Tarrington
Price: $0.99 USD. 2870 words. Published on June 9, 2011. Nonfiction.

Practice and hone important multiplication skills. Select one of twenty math problems with complete solutions that instruct the student in the multiplication process. The book also includes four bonus word problems with complete explanations and answers. Easily navigate the links from the problem list to view the solution. Most appropriate for 4th and 5th grade students.
Division Fun With Math Mazes    by Ned Tarrington
Price: $0.99 USD. 2980 words. Published on May 26, 2011. Nonfiction.

Get your child excited about math with some maze fun. Twenty division practice problems from basic to challenging combine the enjoyment of mazes with the study of math. Easily navigate the links to the math maze and answer, and then return to the practice problems to select another. Most appropriate for 3rd and 4th grade students.
Learn the Multiplication Tables    by Ned Tarrington
Price: $1.95 USD. 12160 words. Published on May 26, 2011. Nonfiction.

Proficiency in multiplication requires a mastery of the multiplication tables. Help your student obtain this ability by using varied repetition that provides immediate positive reinforcement.
Multiplication Fun With Math Mazes    by Ned Tarrington
Price: $0.99 USD. 2990 words. Published on May 1, 2011. Nonfiction.

Get your child excited about math with some maze fun. Twenty multiplication practice problems from basic to challenging combine the enjoyment of mazes with the study of math. Easily navigate the links to the math maze and answer, and then return to the practice problems to select another. Most appropriate for 3rd and 4th grade students.
Subtraction Fun With Math Mazes    by Ned Tarrington
Price: $0.99 USD. 2980 words. Published on April 25, 2011. Nonfiction.

Get your child excited about math with some maze fun. Twenty subtraction practice problems from basic to challenging combine the enjoyment of mazes with the study of math. Easily navigate the links to the math maze and answer, and then return to the practice problems to select another. Most appropriate for 3rd grade students.
Addition Fun With Math Mazes    by Ned Tarrington
Price: $0.99 USD. 3000 words. Published on April 15, 2011. Nonfiction.

Get your child excited about math with some maze fun. Twenty addition practice problems from basic to challenging combine the enjoyment of mazes with the study of math. Easily navigate the links to the math maze and answer, and then return to the practice problems to select another. Most appropriate for 3rd grade students.
The Wonder of Wildflowers    by Ned Tarrington
Price: $1.99 USD. 350 words. Published on February 11, 2011. Nonfiction.

Every spring Mother Nature brings forth her bounty of wonderful wildflowers. The many colors and shapes never fail to delight all who behold their unique beauty. Enjoy this country selection of nature’s noble wonder.
The Logic of Long Division    by Ned Tarrington
Price: $2.95 USD. 3870 words. Published on January 29, 2011. Nonfiction.

This book teaches the mechanics and methodology of long division, a procedure for dividing numbers without the need for an electronic calculator. Starting with basic concepts, the book explains the method step by step, and then reinforces these concepts using extensive examples and problems with complete solutions. A Tarrington Math Series Book. Most appropriate for grades 5 to 8.
The Magic Maker    by Ned Tarrington
Price: $3.95 USD. 94920 words. Published on December 12, 2010. Fiction.

As an Alchemist Apprentice, Eycar lives in the small village of Zent, tucked away at the edge of the mysterious Old Forest. His position of prestige heralds a bright future crafting the metals sought throughout all Eraethia. But circumstances soon vault him into dangers that even a Hero or Wizard might fear to face.
Gold Panning and other stories    by Ned Tarrington
Price: $0.99 USD. 2230 words. Published on July 4, 2009. Fiction.

This collection of five short stories combines both adventure and education suitable for reading with children. Includes “Agate Logs” (a visit to the Petrified Forest), “Gold Panning” (hunting for gold), “It’s a Big Place” (astronomy outing), “Sky Castles” (contemplation of the sky and clouds), and “The Glacier” (understanding the environment).

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