Lions and Tigers and Graphs! Oh My!

Name: Lions and Tigers and Graphs! Oh My!
ISBN: 9781429664660

Beginning Math: Data and Graphs Series · Book 3

For the curious young mind ready to explore how we use graphs to understand information about lions, tigers, and more. A fun introduction to data!

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About This Book

A parent might reach for this book when their child is beginning to learn about graphs in school and could use a fun, confidence-boosting introduction. It is also perfect for any young animal lover who shows an interest in facts and figures. "Lions and Tigers and Graphs! Oh My!" cleverly uses the high-interest topic of big cats to explain how pictographs, bar graphs, and circle graphs work. It demystifies the idea of data and shows how we can use visuals to understand and compare information in an exciting way. This book nurtures a child's natural curiosity and builds self-confidence in their ability to understand STEM concepts. For ages 6 to 8, it's an excellent tool for making abstract math skills concrete and relevant. By linking graphing directly to amazing animal facts, like which cat is fastest or heaviest, it transforms a potential school chore into a thrilling investigation.

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What Parents Should Know

Sensitive Topics

None. The book is a straightforward, secular, and gentle introduction to a mathematical concept.

Ideal Reader

The ideal reader is a 6 to 8-year-old who is encountering graphs for the first time in school. It is particularly well-suited for a child who loves animals and facts but may be intimidated by formal math instruction. It also appeals to kids who enjoy organizing information and solving visual puzzles.

Parent Prep

No preparation is necessary. The concepts are explained very clearly. A parent might want to have paper and markers available, as the book will likely inspire a child to want to create their own graphs about their toys, favorite foods, or family members. A parent might seek this book after seeing their first or second grader's homework on graphing and noticing their child is either bored or confused. Another trigger is a child asking comparative questions like, "What's the biggest cat?" providing a perfect opportunity to introduce how we visualize answers.