Numbers and Stories : Using Children's Literature to Teach Young Children Number Sense

Count on children?s books to build number sense! Math and reading go hand in hand, especially among young children who are new to both. If you?re looking for a way to build number sense and reading skills at the very same time, rely on this indispensable resource. Using children?s books as a springboard for learning, it provides 22 detailed lessons, all ready for immediate implementation. The authors--one an internationally respected Mathematics professional development consultant, the other a language arts specialist--provides ideas and support to combine children?s literature with meaningful mathematical learning experiences. The book includes: 22 interactive, research-based investigations with detailed instructional suggestions and problem-solving tasks High-quality children?s book selections Reflection and discussion questions and prompts for both teachers and students Children?s work pages and formative assessment tools An online facilitator?s guide