"Kids, young and old, fall in love with math when they see how real-life and effortless it becomes thanks to these books." --Kimberly D. Mueller, Ed.D., First Grade Teacher, Ashbrook School, Lumberton NJ

Leaping Lizards is perfect for teaching counting by 5's and 10's to pre-K through kindergarteners. The show's about to begin--but where are all the lizards? Slowly they start to arrive in groups of 5 and 10. Will all 50 make it in time?

Kids will love the story and the funny illustrations by JoAnn Adinolfi. Parents and other educators will love how the story and pictures make understanding comparisons a breeze--as well as the concrete examples of how math works! The book contains activities for adults to do with kids to extend math into their own lives!

Math skills are life skills, and the MathStart series supports success!

This award-winning series by Stuart J. Murphy teaches math through stories and visual models63 books divided into three levels with 21 books in eachFun activities kids will love are included to help parents and teachers emphasize the lessonsEngaging and relatable stories, with each story revolving around practical applications of the math concept presentedLively art from top-notch illustratorsCharts and other visual representations help children understand how the math works and promote deeper comprehension

MathStart's unique combination of stories, illustrations, and visual models helps teachers and parents in the teaching of math and provides all children with the opportunity to succeed.

The math concepts taught in MathStart books conform to state and national standards. Level 1 is Pre-K-Kindergarten; Level 2 is Grades 1-3; Level 3 is Grades 2-4. The series follows math topics across grades so there is a foundational path to learning that runs through the levels.

Help kids with their math skills plus their reading skills with the engaging and fun MathStart series!

Author: Stuart J. Murphy
Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: HarperCollins
Published: 08/23/2005
Series: Mathstart 1
Pages: 40
Weight: 0.35lbs
Size: 7.78h x 1.28w x 0.18d
ISBN: 9780060001322
Audience: Ages 4-8


Review Citation(s):
Booklist 09/15/2005 pg. 68
Science Books & Films 01/01/2006 pg. 36
School Library Journal 03/01/2006 pg. 211
Hornbook Guide to Children 01/01/2006 pg. 123 - Recommended, Satisfactory
Science Books & Films Best Bks 01/01/2007 pg. 9

About the Author
Murphy, Stuart J.: -

Stuart J. Murphy is a visual learning specialist. A graduate of the Rhode Island School of Design, he has a strong background in design and art direction. He also has extensive experience in the world of educational publishing. Drawing on all these talents, Stuart J. Murphy brings a unique perspective to the MathStart series. In MathStart books, pictures do more than tell stories; they teach math.

Stuart J. Murphy and his wife, Nancy, live in Boston.

Adinolfi, Joann: -

JoAnn Adinolfi was born in New York City, on Staten Island. She is the author-illustrator of Tina's Diner. She has also illustrated Mrs. Cole on an Onion Roll: And Other School Poems by Kalli Dakos, Halloween Hoots and Howls by Joan Horton, and Johnny Germ Head by James Quigley. She now lives in Portsmouth, New Hampshire.