Nature by the Numbers With Pop-Up Surprises

by Lynette Ruschak, G.B. McIntosh (Illustrator)

Introduces the concept of the numbers from one to ten with pop-up pages showing numerous plants and animals

12 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1994

Reviews

[Caden]

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[Melanie, Aaron, Annie, and Mary Project]

Nature By The Numbers
By Lynette Ruschak
Illustrations By GB McIntosh
Grade Levels: app. PreK-1
DRA/Lexile Measure/GLE: n/a
Reviewed By Aaron Carter

What's nice about this book is that it teaches numbers while also incorporating science. Each page begins with the number, which is shown in two ways. First, it is displayed in large numeral form atop the pop-up flap, and it is also spelled out when used as the first word of the accompanying sentence. As for the science aspect, each number references the total of specific flora or fauna before reaching maturity, then opening the flap shows what each becomes. For example, "Four cubs become ... four lions," or "Six tadpoles becomes ... six frogs." Being a richly illustrated pop-up book only adds to its effectiveness in teaching numbers and science. The simple sentences will make it boon to young readers.

[Dearborn Public Library Youth Services]

Not the best for a read to groups. I used this with 4-5 year old preschoolers. The big number are a little distracting. The kids are more focuse on the numbers than with figuring out the transistion. Would be a good book for one-on-one sharing with a nature loving kid.