Arithmechicks Add Up

Arithmechicks Add Up
Author: Ann Marie Stephens
Publisher: Boyds Mills Press
Total Pages: 32
Release: 2020-05-26
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 163592345X

This exuberant picture book demonstrates key math concepts to children as ten math-loving chicks make a new friend. As the Arithmechicks slide down the slide, swing on the swings, and play hide-and-seek, they don't realize that a lonely mouse is copying them, longing to join in. However, when their basketball becomes stuck, the chicks discover that a two-inch-tall new friend is exactly what they need. In this heartwarming story, there are many ways to add up ten cheerful chicks--but a new friend is what makes them cheer. The book includes a helpful glossary that defines the eight arithmetic strategies the chicks use throughout the story, providing a playful introduction to essential math for young children and their caregivers.

Arithmechicks Take Away

Arithmechicks Take Away
Author: Ann Marie Stephens
Publisher: Astra Publishing House
Total Pages: 34
Release: 2022-05-10
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1635926246

This playful picture book demonstrates key math concepts to children in a merry story featuring the Arithmechicks, ten math-loving chicks. The Arithmechicks have invited their new friend Mouse for a sleepover. When Mama says it's time for bed, the clever chicks decide it's time to prolong the fun instead! During the story, readers are invited to count and take away during everyone's favorite game of hide-and-seek—and to find Mouse, who hides in a different place in each illustration -- until all settle down for bed in the warm, cozy conclusion. The book is the perfect introduction to essential math for young children and their caregivers. It includes a helpful glossary that defines the eight arithmetic strategies the chicks use throughout the story.

CATastrophe!

CATastrophe!
Author: Ann Marie Stephens
Publisher: Astra Publishing House
Total Pages: 39
Release: 2021-08-10
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1635924677

Nine kittens go on an exciting boating adventure that's a (funny) CATastrophe in this playful picture book that demonstrates the key math concept of patterns. A crew of hungry kittens and their captain head to the lake to catch some dinner, but the fish have surprises in store for them. Physics is at work too. What happens when confused kitties paddle every which way? Or when they all lean in the same direction? A pattern is needed to avoid a catastrophe! Patterns are the foundation on which math is built. Using strong rhythm, clever wordplay, and countable characters, CATastrophe! is a fun read-aloud that also shows what patterns can do. Helpful backmatter will deepen readers' understanding and challenge them to find more patterns in this book and in our world.

My Friend Robot!

My Friend Robot!
Author: Sunny Scribens
Publisher: Barefoot Books
Total Pages: 67
Release: 2019-09-01
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1782856307

Join a lively crew of children and their robot friend to work on an exciting project: building a tree house for them all to enjoy! Then learn more about robots, simple machines and computer programming in the notes at the end.

Arithmechicks Play Fair

Arithmechicks Play Fair
Author: Ann Marie Stephens
Publisher: Astra Publishing House
Total Pages: 32
Release: 2022-08-09
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1635925967

This playful picture book demonstrates the concept of fractions in a story featuring the Arithmechicks, 10 math-loving chicks. Join the Arithmechicks and Mouse as they head off to the fair! These chicks can’t wait to enjoy the roller coaster, bumper cars, games, and delicious snacks; meanwhile Mouse is determined to sink the rooster at the dunk tank. As the Arithmechicks explore the fair, they find ways to show how fractions work in the world. But when one chick doesn’t get to select an activity, the day doesn’t go according to plan until the chicks decide they all need to play fair. This book includes a helpful glossary with further information about fractions, while the story provides an exuberant introduction to essential math for young children and their caregivers.

Matzo Ball-Wonton Thanksgiving

Matzo Ball-Wonton Thanksgiving
Author: Amelie Suskind Liu
Publisher: Amelie Suskind Liu
Total Pages: 46
Release: 2021-11
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 9780578900148

It's Thanksgiving time and Amelie's Bubbe and Nai Nai are visiting to celebrate the holiday. Amelie cannot wait for the delicious dinner of turkey, sweet potatoes, cranberry sauce, and pumpkin pie! But, when Bubbe and Nai Nai decide to make their famous matzo-ball and wonton soups, Amelie becomes distraught. All she wants is a "real" Thanksgiving like the one she has at school, and so, she makes a decision to do something that very well might ruin the holiday. Come along with Amelie as she reimagines what a REAL American Thanksgiving is, complete with matzo ball-wonton soup and more! Matzo-Ball Wonton Thanksgiving is inspired by author Amelie Liu's experience growing up as a Chinese-Jewish girl. In honor of her late father, Donald Liu, all proceeds from the sale of the book will be donated to the National Alliance for Children's Grief, a nonprofit organization that focuses on supporting bereaved children and raising awareness about children's grief.

Wind and Water Shape the Land

Wind and Water Shape the Land
Author: Nadia Higgins
Publisher: Capstone
Total Pages: 25
Release: 2018-01-01
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1684101212

Earth is a beautiful place! See some of its most amazing sights as you find out how Wind and Water Shape the Land. Sing along as you explore What Shapes Our Earth! This hardcover book comes with CD and online music access.

Cy Makes a Friend

Cy Makes a Friend
Author: Ann Marie Stephens
Publisher: Astra Publishing House
Total Pages: 33
Release: 2017-03-07
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 162979578X

Cy the Cyclops can make just about anything, except a friend. Even practicing skills such a making eye contact and winking doesn’t seem to help. Then Cy remembers that it’s nice to share, so he turns his talent for making things to creating a special something just right for two. This charming tale about finding a friend celebrates kindness, generosity, and being true to yourself, and features fresh, colorful artwork. An author’s note with information about Cyclopes and many other mythological creates in the book is included.

Everything in Its Place

Everything in Its Place
Author: Pauline David-Sax
Publisher: Doubleday Books for Young Readers
Total Pages: 22
Release: 2022-07-19
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0593378849

An inspiring and poetic story about reading, libraries, and overcoming shyness to find community. I gather the books in my arms, and give them a hug. "Welcome back," I whisper. Nicky is a shy girl who feels most at home in the safe space of her school library, but the library closes for a week and Nicky is forced to face her social anxiety. When she meets a group of unique, diverse, inspiring women at her mother's diner—members of a women's motorcycle club—Nicky realizes that being different doesn’t have to mean being alone, and that there’s a place for everyone. Book lovers of all ages will find inspiration in this beautiful love letter to reading—and how words help us find empathy and connections with the world around us.

Emma's BIG Counting

Emma's BIG Counting
Author: Jl Cornish
Publisher: Independently Published
Total Pages: 24
Release: 2021-10-06
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An educational story, written by a primary school teacher (and mathematics lover) to develop counting, estimating, grouping and place value knowledge. Emma LOVES counting! When she goes over to Leo's house they decide to count his big collection of cars. But should they count each car one-by-one, or is there an easier way? Join Emma and Leo as they learn how to group big numbers to make it accurate and easy to count. Includes discussion questions and optional learning activities to help deepen understanding and further develop number sense with your little one. 'Emma's BIG Counting' is part of a series that includes 'Emma's Counting', which explores number sense and counting.