Marilyn Burns
Marilyn Burns (Marilyn Meinhardt Burns) was born on April 11th, 1941 and is currently 85 years old. Burns attended Syracuse University where she received a Bachelor of Arts degree. She also studied at Syracuse University, San Francisco State University, and the University of California at Berkeley.
Marilyn Burns is a well-known math teacher and author who has written more than a dozen math books for children.
Her book
I Hate Mathematics was recognized in 1975 as one of the best science books for children by the National Science Teachers Association and the Children's Book Council.
Throughout her career, Burns has received numerous honors. In 1991, Bank Street College in New York awarded her an honorary doctorate. In 1995, she was inducted into her high school’s alumni Hall of Fame, and in 1996, she received a national leadership award from the National Council of Supervisors of Mathematics for her impact on math education.
In 2012, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation awarded her company, Math Solutions, a $2.2 million grant to develop a free online tool to help middle school teachers assess students’ understanding of math. The resulting tool,
Math Reasoning Inventory, was developed by Burns alongside K–12 educators and is now freely available to teachers and school staff.
In addition to her work in mathematics education, Burns co-authored
Business Savvy for Today’s New Entrepreneur with McCullough. This book explains the basics of business in a way that’s practical and easy to understand, without overwhelming the reader.
Written in a simple, direct style, the book includes helpful features such as summaries, checklists, forms, and links to valuable resources. It’s meant to be more than just a book you read once—it's designed as a tool to keep on hand and refer to often as you build and manage your business.
Though it feels like a workbook, it's packed with comprehensive information typically found in more formal reference guides. Aspiring entrepreneurs may find themselves reading it cover to cover like a novel, while seasoned business owners will appreciate having it as a quick-reference guide for daily challenges.
One standout feature is a real-life example woven throughout the book: the story of two sisters starting a small retail store. Their journey—complete with successes and setbacks—is integrated into each chapter to show how the book’s advice applies in real-world situations. Rather than isolating business concepts, the book illustrates how all aspects of entrepreneurship come together in practice.
Whether you’re just starting out or already running a business,
Business Savvy for Today’s New Entrepreneur is a useful, accessible resource that deserves a spot on your desk.
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Marilyn Burns: F.A.Q
When was Marilyn Burns Born? How old is Marilyn Burns?
Marilyn Burns was born on April 11th, 1941. Marilyn Burns is currently 85 years old.
What was the first book Marilyn Burns wrote?
The first book written by Marilyn Burns was The I Hate Mathematics Book, published in 1975.
What was the most recent book Marilyn Burns wrote?
Her most recently released work was HMH, Do The Math, Teacher Guide, Multiplication , C - Factors Greater Than 12 on January 1st, 2017.
Are there upcoming new books by Marilyn Burns?
Marilyn Burns does not have any upcoming books with a set publication date within the next few months at this time.
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How many books has Marilyn Burns written?
Marilyn Burns has written 44 books. 7 books in the Brown Paper School Book Series, 4 books in the Hello Reader! Math Level 2 Series, 11 books in the Hello Reader! Math Level 3 Series, 3 books in the Hello Reader! Math Level 4 Series, 5 books in the Children's Books, 14 Non-Fiction Books.