1) choose a math book written for a general audience which appeals to you from the library 2) read a chapter or a section, (note something that strikes you on the first read) 3) re-read it carefully, (note something else that strikes you on the second read) 4) write a page summary and reaction; follow the guidelines: • Be sure to write in accurate, complete sentences. • Be sure to include an accurate bibliographic entry for the text read o a statement of the topic addressed o a description of the area (what category? history, philosophy, geometry, etc.) o a statement of what appealed to you o a statement about what is clearer to you due to this reading