Book Overview
The author and illustrator of the best-selling Words Are CATegorical(R) series brings their trademark sense of humor to the subject of subtraction. Rhyming text filled with funny, countable examples... This description may be from another edition of this product.
Format:Library Binding
Language:English
ISBN:0761394613
ISBN13:9780761394617
Release Date:August 2006
Publisher:Millbrook Press (Tm)
Length:30 Pages
Weight:0.70 lbs.
Dimensions:0.4" x 7.2" x 9.1"
Age Range:5 to 9 years
Grade Range:Kindergarten to Grade 4
Customer Reviews
2 ratings
Finally, a sensible way to explain subtraction
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 16 years ago
Brian P. Cleary is pretty much the master of teaching math concepts to hyper and psychotic children. Because that is exactly what this book is--hyper and psychotic and absolutley brilliant. A couple years of teaching 1st grade math has taught me that subtraction is rather a difficult concept. Thank-you Cleary for making it somewhat easier in this bright and cheery little book that celebrates the spirit of subraction with the teaching of the concept and the jargon using plenty of hilarious examples.
A Smart and Funny Way to Introduce the Concept of Subtraction to Children
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 17 years ago
How do I love the "CATegorical" series by Brian P. Cleary? I could add up the ways for you, but this particular book is about subtraction . . . and it's a hoot! What is so delightful about "The Action of Subtraction" is that it presents a mathematical concept to children with both uproarious verse and witty illustrations; these work together to bring the dreariness of math into the light in a way that completely engages my four-year-old. Together with its partner book, "The Mission of Addition," Mr. Cleary and illustrator Brian Gable have contributed a true treasure trove for two foundations of mathematic education. This math-o-phobic mom appreciates that immensely. Again, this book is about ideas. It is not a workbook or activity book in any sense. It is not a math textbook for the pre-K - K crowd. BUT, it is the kind of book that makes great storytime reading -- whether mid-day or bedtime. My child loves these books!
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