Can you point to and count the dandelions on this page?

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What other things can you count in our house or outside?

This is a discussion prompt for Counting by Sam McBratney. Use it to spark conversation with your child after reading.

How does Little Nutbrown Hare feel when he discovers new things?

This is a discussion prompt for Counting by Sam McBratney. Use it to spark conversation with your child after reading.

What is your favorite number, and why?

This is a discussion prompt for Counting by Sam McBratney. Use it to spark conversation with your child after reading.

What do you love most about exploring outside?

This is a discussion prompt for Counting by Sam McBratney. Use it to spark conversation with your child after reading.

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Counting

Name: Counting
ISBN: 9781536252217

by Sam McBratney

This interactive board book, featuring the beloved Nutbrown Hares, introduces young readers to counting from one to five through dandelions, frogs, and stars. It's a heartwarming way to explore number

About This Book

This charming board book, a spin-off from the iconic 'Guess How Much I Love You' series, offers a gentle introduction to counting for very young children. Little Nutbrown Hare and Big Nutbrown Hare explore their natural surroundings, counting familiar objects like dandelions, frogs, and butterflies from one to five. The interactive format encourages children to touch and feel elements within the illustrations, making learning numbers a sensory and engaging experience. It's perfect for parents seeking a comforting and educational read-aloud that reinforces the themes of love and discovery.

A winsome introduction to counting by the author and illustrator of Guess How Much I Love You. Count from one to five with curious Little Nutbrown Hare as he explores the world around him with wise Big Nutbrown Hare. See and feel dandelions, frogs, butterflies, leaves, and bedtime stars in this interactive board book, which encourages the very young to count things in each illustration.

Concepts

Love & Family Curiosity & Wonder Joy & Gratitude Empathy & Kindness Growing Up Puzzles & Games Nature & Outdoors Family & Siblings Adventure

Wonderlit Review

This delightful board book extends the beloved 'Guess How Much I Love You' universe into early concept learning, focusing on counting from one to five. Little Nutbrown Hare, guided by Big Nutbrown Hare, embarks on a simple exploration of their natural environment, identifying and counting dandelions, frogs, butterflies, leaves, and stars. The narrative is gentle and reassuring, mirroring the warm, loving tone of the original book. It handles the concept of counting in a straightforward, interactive manner, making it accessible for the youngest readers. The emotional arc is consistently comforting and joyful, emphasizing the wonder of discovery within a secure, loving relationship. This book is specifically for toddlers and preschoolers (ages 0-4) who are just beginning to grasp number concepts or who enjoy interactive sensory experiences. A parent would reach for this book when they want to introduce counting in a soft, engaging way, or as a calming bedtime story that also offers a subtle educational element. No specific parent preparation is needed; it's a simple, direct read. Younger children will be drawn to the tactile elements and the familiar characters, while slightly older preschoolers might enjoy practicing their counting skills and identifying the objects. What sets this apart from other counting books is the established emotional connection to the Nutbrown Hares, making the learning experience feel like a warm, shared adventure rather than just a lesson.