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Times Square: A New York Number Book

Ann E. Burg (author), Maureen K. Brookfield (illustrator)

Publisher: Sleeping Bear Press ISBN: 9781627531368

A perfect companion to our "E is for Empire: A New York State Alphabet", "Times Square: A New York State Number Book" teaches children about numbers, using state landmarks, historical events, and famous faces; from finger lakes to the stitches on a baseball, readers of all ages will know the number they represent and their ties to New York. There are so many number questions to answer about New York State. Where do the two lions -- Patience and Fortitude -- reside? Can you name the six major Finger Lakes? Can you name the five boroughs of New York City? Ann E. Burg is the author of E is for Empire: A New York State Alphabet. She lives in Albany, New York. Maureen K. Brookfield has illustrated several books including E is for Empire: A New York State Alphabet. She lives in Marshfield, Massachusetts.

Cash Kat

Linda Joy Singleton (author), Christina Wald (illustrator)

Publisher: Arbordale Publishing ISBN: 9781628557497

Gram Hatter and Kat set off on an adventure. Gram quickly folds up a pirate hat and places it on Kats head and they begin their mission to help clean up the city park. Volunteering turns into a treasure hunt as Kat finds pennies, nickels, dimes, quarters and even a dollar. With each discovery Kat gets a new hat and Gram Hatter teaches Kat how to count her coins as they pick up litter at the park. When Kat adds up her money, theres enough for ice cream. Or should she donate the money to support the park instead?

Ten Little Fish

Harriet Ziefert (author), Elliot Kreloff (illustrator)

Publisher: Blue Apple Books ISBN: 9781609055783

Teachers and parents of ESL students will cheer when they discover the Hola, English! series, as will those seeking to expose English-speaking kids to Spanish. Ten Little Fish combines numbers with simple adjectives (fish above, fish below; seven fish, fast and slow) and simple verbs (swim and dive fish, here are five fish).

The Stock Market

Linda Crotta Brennan (author), Rowan Barnes-Murphy (illustrator)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781614733591

Introduces the stock market and related issues such as shares, investing, and dividends; features a glossary; and lists resources to explore the subject further.

The History of Money

Linda Crotta Brennan (author), Rowan Barnes-Murphy (illustrator)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781614733584

Introduces the history of money and discusses its development from items such as shells and furs to legal tender; features a glossary; and lists resources to explore the subject further.

Taxes

Linda Crotta Brennan (author), Rowan Barnes-Murphy (illustrator)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781614733577

Introduces taxes and explains what they are, how they are collected, and what they are used for; features a glossary; and lists resources to explore the subject further.

Supply and Demand

Linda Crotta Brennan (author), Rowan Barnes-Murphy (illustrator)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781614733560

Introduces supply and demand, defining what they are, what affects them, and how they affect business; features a glossary; and lists resources to explore the subject further.

Soccer: Math on the Field

Tom Robinson (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781623234171

Discover how math applies to the game of soccer, from the length of the field to the calculation of players' stats.

Payment Methods

Linda Crotta Brennan (author), Rowan Barnes-Murphy (illustrator)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781614733553

Introduces payment methods including cash, checks, and credit; features a glossary; and lists resources to explore the subject further.

Managing Money

Linda Crotta Brennan (author), Rowan Barnes-Murphy (illustrator)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781614733546

Introduces money management, including how to create a budget and the importance of spending, saving, and donating; features a glossary; and lists resources to explore the subject further.

Hockey: Math at the Rink

Tom Robinson (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781623234324

Discover how math applies to the game of hockey, from the length of the rink to the calculation of players' stats.

Basketball: Math on the Court

Tom Robinson (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781623234157

Discover how math applies to the game of basketball, from the length of the court to the calculation of players' stats.

Bartering

Linda Crotta Brennan (author), Rowan Barnes-Murphy (illustrator)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781614733539

Introduces bartering and explains what it is, its benefits and challenges, and what makes a good transaction; features a glossary; and lists resources to explore the subject further.

Baseball: Math at the Ballpark

Tom Robinson (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781623234140

Discover how math applies to the game of baseball, from the distance between the bases to the calculation of players' stats.

Banking

Linda Crotta Brennan (author), Rowan Barnes-Murphy (illustrator)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781614733522

Introduces banking and explains services such as savings accounts and loans, banking insurance, and being a dependable borrower; features a glossary; and lists resources to explore the subject further.

Push and Pull With Big Machines

Nicola Lopetz (author)

Publisher: Blue Door Education ISBN: 9780991502493

Big machines used in this book to explore force and motion. Important science words like push, pull, machines, and force highlighted in sidebars throughout.

Earning Money

Mari Schuh (author)

Publisher: Bellwether Media Inc. ISBN: 9781681030586

Buying things can be fun, but first you've got to earn them! Hard work and a good job will help you earn money. Discover the different ways to earn money in this title for responsible readers.

Saving Money

Mari Schuh (author)

Publisher: Bellwether Media Inc. ISBN: 9781681030593

Saving money is an important part of life and there are plenty of ways to do so. Sometimes saved money can even earn more money if it collects interest. Read about the benefits of saving your cash in this title for money-savvy students.

Types of Money

Mari Schuh (author)

Publisher: Bellwether Media Inc. ISBN: 9781681030616

Money comes in many shapes and sizes beyond the green paper found in a cash register. Young students will learn the basics of cash, coins, checks, and even credit cards. Learn to master money in this title for young readers.

Spending Money

Mari Schuh (author)

Publisher: Bellwether Media Inc. ISBN: 9781681030609

Before you spend money, learn how to be a smart shopper. Make a list of items you need. Buy them when they are on sale, and dont buy more than you need. Learn to spend wisely in this beginner book.

Harriet Can Carry It

Kirk Jay Mueller (author), Sarah Vonthron-Laver (illustrator)

Publisher: Star Bright Books ISBN: 9781595725158

Harriet delivers the mail each day, carrying loads of letters and packages in her humongous pouch. After a long week of work, she decides to take time off to go to the beach with her little Joey. Along the way, she encounters a group of hilarious marsupials who ask Harriet to carry their stuff -- from swim fins to a kayak. Poor good-natured Harriet cannot say no until . . .

What's Your Angle, Pythagoras?

Julie Ellis (author), Phyllis Hornung Peacock (illustrator)

Publisher: Charlesbridge ISBN: 9781570911507

Young Pythagoras can't seem to stay out of trouble. Every time he tries to help, people get angry. What's a curious kid to do? On a trip to Egypt, Pythagoras' curiosity helps him discover the secret of the right triangle. A clever introduction to the Pythagorean Theorem.

Pythagoras and the Ratios

Julie Ellis (author), Phyllis Hornung Peacock (illustrator)

Publisher: Charlesbridge ISBN: 9781570917769

A Math Adventure! Julie Ellis and Phyllis Hornung Peacock team up once again to explore Pythagorean ratios in this humorous sequel to What's Your Angle, Pythagoras? Pythagoras and his cousins want to win a music contest, but first they must figure out how to play their instruments in tune, something that's never been done before. While trying to fix the problem, Pythagoras makes an important discovery--notes that sound pleasant together have a certain mathematical relationship. When Pythagoras applies this ratio to his cousins' pipes and lyres, the result is music to the ears. This book is good for your brain because: Mathematical problem solving, Ratios, Measuring, Musical Theory, History of Instruments

Position and Direction

Claire Piddock (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9780778791591

Kids will learn about position and direction by following along with Sam in his family's new home. Where will he put things in his room - top, bottom, inside, outside, behind, in front, above, or below? Other concepts include left and right, and north, south, east, and west.

Money

Penny Dowdy (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9780778790228

This book is filled with full color artworks and images, introducing the young reader to the concepts of currency. Money explains the many concepts of money to primary readers, including understanding the value of unique coins and bills, counting money, and checks.