Usborne Junior Illustrated Maths Dictionary by
This is a maths dictionary full of clear, straightforward explanations of the key terms and concepts from Key Stage 2. The book will help to lay the firm foundations for maths confidence and success.
How Mathematics Works by
A guide introducing the way in which mathematics is working around us. Activities, designed for nine- to fourteen-year olds, explain the major concepts of mathematics. The book aims to improve mental arithmetic, explain geometry and algebra, and introduce the theories of today's mathematicians.
Pigs in the Pantry by
When poor Mrs. Pig gets a cold, Mr. Pig and the piglets devise a plan to get rid of her sniffles. The Pigs decide on the perfect remedy: to fix Mrs. Pig's favorite five alarm chili. Will the Pigs be able to cure Mrs. Pig with a spicy meal? Or will their measuring mistakes get them in hot water? Join the Pigs and see what trouble they can cook up in the kitchen.
Get Up and Go! by
Explains through the use of rhyme the concepts of timelines and addition as a girl gets ready for school with the help of her smart dog.
Shapes, Shapes, Shapes by
Geometric shapes are all around us. In this wordless book from top-selling picture-book creator Tana Hoban, children learn to look closely to find them. Circles, squares, stars, triangles, hearts, and rectangles--how many can you see?
Cubes, Cones, Cylinders, and Spheres by
There are shapes all around us. Some are hard and crisp; some are softer and more subtle. But they are omnipresent in the things we eat, our modes of transportation, the toys we play with, the tools we use, and the structures in which we live and work. We look at them, but we don't always see them until someone with a keen eye and an unfailing camera lens says, "Come closer, take another look, see everything!"
Shapes by
Learn all about shapes in this beautifully-designed board book from iconic British designer, Orla Kiely. Complete with stunning, textured cloth covers, this stylish series blends bold design with gentle learning and first concepts to create rewarding books for both parent and child.
What's Your Angle, Pythagoras? by
Young Pythagoras can't seem to stay out of trouble. Every time he tries to help, people get angry. What's a curious kid to do? On a trip to Egypt, Pythagoras' curiosity helps him discover the secret of the right triangle. A clever introduction to the Pythagorean Theorem.
Ovals by
The Shapes illustrated nonfiction books provide the first lessons on common shapes. In Ovals, rhyming text and creative illustrations draw attention to where ovals are found in the world around us. Oval games and a glossary help even the youngest students understand beginning geometry.
Triangles by
The Shapes illustrated nonfiction books provide the first lessons on common shapes. In Triangles, rhyming text and creative illustrations draw attention to where triangles are found in the world around us. Triangle games and a glossary help even the youngest students understand beginning geometry.
Rabbit's Pajama Party by
Rabbit's Pajama Party is perfect for teaching sequencing to pre-K through kindergarteners. At Rabbit's pajama party, everyone is eating pizza, telling scary stories, and curling up in their sleeping bags. And what these friends do first, next, and last demonstrates the math concepts of sequencing--the logical order of events.
Numbers by
Photographs of familiar objects introduce the concept of numbers and where they are often found. Children can become mathematical problem solvers, learning to communicate and reason mathematically, by using the Math Counts series.
One, two, three, four, five by
A tabbed board book for toddlers
Uimhreacha by
A book about numbers with translations in Irish, English, French and Spanish
How Many Feet in the Bed? by
Here is a fresh new counting book, filled with the happy helter-skelter of family life. "How many feet are in the bed?" Two -- until more members of the family jump into the bed.
A Place for Zero by
Join Zero on his math adventure as he discovers his place through multiplication. Zero is lonely in Digitaria. He can't play Addemup with the other numbers because he has nothing to add. All the other numbers seem to belong and they all have a place, but when zero discovers multiplication he thinks he might have a place there. He sets out to find King Multiplus who also is curious about what will happen when Zero gets thrown in the mix. With math and wordplay A Place for Zero is the perfect introduction to multiplication and number placement. A playful way to make math less intimidating and more fun to explore.
How to count to ONE : (and don't even think about bigger numbers!) by
You know how to count, right? GREAT! There are LOADS of fun things to count in this book. Whales, baboons, rainbows, pyramids . . . There’s just rule. You must ONLY ever count to ONE. So don’t even about THINK bigger numbers. OK?!
How Many Seeds in a Pumpkin? (Mr. Tiffin's Classroom Series) by
Mr. Tiffin and his students explore skip counting and estimation in a fun pumpkin-themed classroom experiment! This book makes a wonderful read-aloud companion to any math or science curriculum, and it's a fun way to reinforce counting skills at home.
Each Orange Had 8 Slices by
Dynamic illustrations and appealing words combine to introduce beginning math concepts and reinforce visual literacy--"an exceptional introduction to mathematics."* Whether shared at home or in the classroom, this picture book is a fun way to learn basic math concepts. "An unusually stimulating counting book that holds appeal for a wide spectrum of ages."--Publishers Weekly If each orange has 8 slices and each slice has 2 seeds, then how many seeds are there in all? You'll have fun multiplying, adding, and counting your way through the math puzzles hiding in the world all around you. Clear and colorful artwork by Donald Crews, the award-winning creator of Freight Train and Truck, gives young readers helpful hints to solve the engaging and age-appropriate word problems. "The vibrant style of Crews's gouache artwork is well matched to this exceptional introduction to mathematics."--School Library Journal*
More, Fewer, Less by
Tana Hoban knows what fires the eyes and minds of her young admirers the world over. And with every click of her camera, she zooms in on a new discovery--like this treasure trove, a full-color lesson on quantities. Look at the stacks of brightly colored teacups, the racks of shiny new shoes, the bin full of mouth-watering candies. Where are there more? Or fewer? Or where is there less? The questions and answers depend on what (and how) you see. Like the distinctive photographs, it's all a matter of vision.
Sir Cumference and All the King's Tens by
Join Sir Cumference and the gang for more wordplay, puns, and problem solving in the clever math adventure about place-value and counting by tens. Sir Cumference and Lady Di planned a surprise birthday party for King Arthur, but they didn't expect so many guests to show up. How many lunches will they need? And with more guests arriving by the minute, what about dinner? Sir Cumference and Lady Di count guests by tens, hundreds, and even thousands to help young readers learn place-value.
Fraction Fun by
This takes the fear out of math and puts the fun back in.
Go, Fractions! by
The coach of the soccer team is a math teacher. And the name of the team is the Fractions. The numbers on the kids' uniforms are fractions. At half time, the kids eat orange slices that are cut in halves, quarters, and thirds. All of these fractions add up to two things -- a winning team and lots of fun!
Pythagoras and the Ratios by
Introduces the Pythagorean theorem and ratios through a story in which Pythagoras comes up with a solution to tune his cousins' instruments so they can perform in a music contest.
Subtracting with Sebastian Pig and Friends on a Camping Trip by
Readers join Sebastian Pig and his friends, Percy and Milo, on their first camping trip. Subtract along with Sebastian as the food and supplies disappear. Can readers figure out who's taking everything before Sebastian does? This math book with the delightful character, Sebastian Pig, is a fun way to reinforce math and practice subtraction skills for young readers.
The Best of Times: Math Strategies That Multiply by
NEW YORK TIMES bestselling author Greg Tang takes on the times tables, teaching kids innovative ways to multiply numbers and derive answers WITHOUT memorization.Four is very fast to do when you multiply by 2.
Anno's Mysterious Multiplying Jar by
"Superbly demonstrating the conception of factorials in mathematics, the text and pictures combine to present a lesson in a palatable form as well as the pleasure of looking at pictures that only Mitsumasa Anno could invent." -- Publishers Weekly
The Great Divide by
"Bang!" goes the gun. The race is on. Eighty racers explode from the starting gate, determined to win The Great Divide. They surge ahead, rushing toward -- OH NO! -- the wide hungry mouth of a grand canyon that claims half the racers. And this is only the beginning. More dangers lie ahead, waiting to divide the group once, twice, three times, and more. Will there be anyone left to cross the finish line?
Tiger Math by
Children learn to graph as they follow the growth of an orphaned Siberian tiger cub. A Siberian tiger cub born at the Denver Zoo is orphaned when he is just a few weeks old. At first T. J. refuses to eat his new food, and it requires the full attention of the zoo staff to ensure that he grows into a huge, beautiful, and very healthy tiger. Through photographs, narrative, and graphs, young readers follow T.J. as he grows from a tiny newborn into a five-hundred-pound adult. A heartwarming story about one tiger's fight for survival that also introduces a basic math skill.
It's Probably Penny by
Lisa's class is learning about probability. For part of her homework, she has to think of an event that will happen, one that might happen, and one that can't happen. Who is that Boston terrier that keeps popping into Lisa's imagination? It's probably Penny!
Pigs, Cows, and Probability by
Open the barn doors to a world of possibilities. Join Graph Giraffe as he explores probability on the farm. Learn how probability helps you see information in new ways.
Do You Wanna Bet? by
Explores the subject of probability, using scenes from two children's everyday life at home and at school.
No Fair! by
Two children play several games of chance trying to figure out what is mathematically fair.
