Document Type
Honors Project
First Advisor
Dr. Verne Leininger
Second Advisor
Ron Alabanza
Third Advisor
Dr. Jennie Carr
Degree Award Date
2024
Keywords
book design, textbook design, math textbook
Disciplines
Book and Paper | Graphic Design | Mathematics
Abstract
This project focused on the textbook design for Arithmetic: Models and Algorithms, written by Dr. Verne Leininger. The book will be a resource for elementary math teachers. It discusses mathematical operations (including addition, subtraction, and multiplication) and explains several models and algorithms for each one. The goal of the book design was to create an effective layout that would make the book easy-to-read and to create illustrations that enhance understanding for readers. The design process began with researching typical math textbook layouts and creating mockups. The book layout was completed in InDesign and included choosing fonts, styling the headings, and creating a format for the examples. The illustrations were designed in Adobe Illustrator and were incorporated into the layout of the InDesign document. The finished product is a neatly designed resource for teaching math.
Recommended Citation
Hull, Heidi, "Book Design for Arithmetic: Models and Algorithms" (2024). Honors Projects. 636.
https://digitalcommons.bridgewater.edu/honors_projects/636