About This Book
A parent would reach for this book when their child has mastered basic counting and is ready for the fun and challenge of skip counting. 'Count by Fives' transforms a foundational math skill into a vibrant exploration of the natural world. Using colorful illustrations of animals like starfish and bees, as well as everyday objects like nickels, the book visually demonstrates how to count in groups of five up to one hundred. This approach builds a child's confidence and curiosity, framing math not as a chore, but as a fascinating way to understand the world. It’s an excellent choice for visual learners aged 4-7 who are beginning to see patterns in numbers.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
None. The book is a secular, straightforward educational concept book with no sensitive material.
Ideal Reader
The ideal reader is a 4 to 6-year-old who is comfortable counting to 20 and is ready for the next logical step. This book is perfect for a child who learns best visually and enjoys connecting abstract concepts to concrete examples. It's also great for an animal-loving kid who might be hesitant about more formal math instruction.
Parent Prep
No preparation is needed; the book can be read cold. For enrichment, a parent could gather a small bowl of coins (nickels) or blocks to have the child physically create the groups of five as they read, making the concept even more tangible. A parent has noticed their child starting to group items while playing or has heard from a teacher that skip counting is being introduced at school. The child might be trying to count a large pile of toys and getting frustrated, saying something like, "This is taking too long!" This book offers them a fun, new strategy.
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