Sampu Pataas, Sampu Pababa

by Russell Molina

Philippine Children's Book. A book in two languages (Pilipino and English). My friend, Mak-MAk, memorizes the number of steps in the staircase going to school. Wherever he goes, he keeps on counting every steps. Mak-Mak is quite different; numbers occupy his brains. He has a lot of questions and I need your help for answers. This book is about the basics of math.

Paperback

First published January 1, 2007

About the author

RUSSELL MOLINA is a Filipino children’s book author and graphic novelist.

Reflecting current Filipino realities and mirroring the local milieu and culture, his stories embrace a wide range of themes: From difficult issues like discrimination and apathy to real-life experiences like sibling rivalry and the reinvention of the family structure. With books like “Madyik Silya ni Titoy” (Titoy’s Magical Chair) and “Sampu Pataas, Sampu Pababa” (Ten Up, Ten Down), Molina has inspired children to conquer physical disabilities with a dose of creativity and imagination.

For his stories, he has won in numerous awards shows, including the Carlos Palanca Memorial Awards for Literature, The PBBY Salanga Writer’s Prize, The PBBY Alcala Illustrator’s Prize, the National Children’s Book Awards and the National Book Awards.

In 2022, he was awarded the lifetime achievement award, UMPIL’s Gawad Alagad ni Balagtas, in recognition of his contribution to children’s literature.

Reviews

[kb · Rating 4 out of 5]

Gifting this to my nieces, and so I had to check it out for myself first. I was never one to enjoy math in school, probably because of how it was taught back then, but if it was presented this way—in story form—I would have represented my school to quiz bees and math competitions! There are simple and "higher" maths (fractions, compounded equations, etc.) in this one, which can be enjoyed by young and adult readers alike. The bonus is that this book also taps into inclusive-ness, featuring a Person With Disability in the story. I really hope my nieces enjoy this even though it's recommended for nine and up and they're still five and below!

[Marry Lyn]

its interesting !

[Roselle · Rating 5 out of 5]

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