About This Book
Reach for this book when you want to transform a routine math lesson into a moment of shared wonder and quiet observation. It is perfect for those days when your child is overflowing with 'how many' questions or when you want to slow down and appreciate the small details of the natural world together. Jane Yolen combines factual observation with lyrical poetry to count animals from one to twelve, introducing children to the beauty of wildlife through high-quality photography. The book nurtures a sense of gratitude for nature while building foundational numeracy skills. Because it includes Arabic numerals, Roman numerals, and number words, it grows with your child from toddlerhood through early elementary school. It is an ideal choice for parents who value multi-disciplinary learning, blending the precision of science and math with the emotional resonance of poetry.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
None. The book is entirely secular and focuses on the peaceful observation of nature. There are no depictions of predation or distress.
Ideal Reader
A preschooler or kindergartner who is beginning to recognize patterns in nature. It is particularly suited for a child who might find standard 'flashcard' math boring but lights up when they see a grasshopper or a bird in the backyard.
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