Introduces the concept of near and far, using examples from the behavior of such birds as ducks, parrots, eagles, and ostriches.

Learn about different ways to measure time by following the growth of a baby chimp Late one night, a tiny chimpanzee is born at a zoo in Kansas. He seems very weak, and the staff is worried. Will he survive? When the mother shows no interest in her baby, a pediatrician comes in to care for the little chimp. The baby grows strong and healthy, and soon he is big enough to be moved to the Denver Zoo. He is named Jiggs after the doctor who saved him. Jiggs...

Estimation isn't just a math standard, it's a life skill. Young learners need practice honing this skill so they can apply it to many situations in the classroom and in the real world. This unique math book introduces estimation using fun facts about elephants. Readers will learn about the different species and their extraordinary sizes, while completing estimation exercises with the help of colorful photographs. They can check their answers with...

Shapes are an essential part of the elementary mathematics curriculum, a standard upon which students build their knowledge of geometry. It's important to recognize both two-dimensional and three-dimensional shapes and their attributes. This beneficial and entertaining volume uses a high-interest animal, sheep, to introduce and review shape concepts, with the help of questions and an answer key. It encourages readers to see shapes in the world around...

Money and keeping track of spending are vital life skills as well as math standards. This curriculum-based book uses an entertaining setting, a zoo, and an appealing narrative to introduce and strengthen readers' understanding of money concepts. Readers will be delighted by the many animals featured throughout, as well as the fun facts revealed about them. The cheerful text is accompanied by questions about coin values and addition with money, which...