cover image First Number Book [With First Number Poster]

First Number Book [With First Number Poster]

Patti Barber. Kingfisher, $12.95 (48pp) ISBN 978-0-7534-5338-4

Aspiring mathematicians learn about numbers and basic mathematical concepts in First Number Book by Patty Barber, illus. by Mandy Stanley. A variety of tasks such as, ""Count the sides on each shape,"" ""How many wheels can you see?"" and ""Can you count 15 of one thing?"" utilize numbers up to 20. Other spreads ask children to look at numbers in familiar settings (e.g., ""Are there enough for the party?"" and ""In what order do you get dressed?"") Includes suggestions for parents and a poster. ( Apr.)