{"product_id":"more-or-less-9780060531676","title":"More or Less","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\"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\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eMore or Less\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eis perfect for teaching comparing numbers to first, second, and third graders. Eddie has a booth at the school fair, guessing people's ages. He hasn't guessed wrong yet, but if he does, he gets dunked. Can Eddie keep guessing right--and keep from getting wet? Comparing whole numbers and understanding what's more and what's less are a big part of Eddie's strategy, and an important math skill for young readers to learn.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eKids will love the story and the funny illustrations by David T. Wenzel. 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! \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMath skills are life skills, and the MathStart series supports success!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003eThis 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\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eMathStart'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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHelp kids with their math skills plus their reading skills with the engaging and fun MathStart series!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eMurphy, Stuart J.:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e - \u003cp\u003eStuart 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Stuart J. Murphy and his wife, Nancy, live in Boston.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eWenzel, David T.:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e - David Wenzel has illustrated \u003cem\u003eMiddle Earth: The World of Tolkien Illustrated, The Kingdom of the Dwarfs, \u003c\/em\u003e and created the \u003cem\u003eHidden Kingdom\u003c\/em\u003e line of greeting cards. He lives in Durham, CT.","brand":"HarperCollins","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50662086902034,"sku":"9780060531676","price":5.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_5cfead34-3d1b-4197-ac79-5731d8dc4310.jpg?v=1733511856","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/more-or-less-9780060531676","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}