Books by Stuart J Murphy

Book Synopsis?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 NJMonster Musical Chairsis perfect for teaching subtracting one to pre-K through kindergarteners.Every time the music stops, one more monster is OUT! Kids won''t be able to sit still for this musical introduction to subtraction at its simplest.Kids will love the story and the funny illustrations by Scott Nash. 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 models 63 books divided into three levels with 21 books in each Fun activities kids will love are included to help parents and teachers emphasize the lessons Engaging and relatable stories, with each story revolving around practical applications of the math concept presented Lively art from top-notch illustrators Charts 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 skillsplustheir reading skills with the engaging and fun MathStart series!

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Book SynopsisReaders are introduced to the concept of probability in a story about a boy named Jack who has a day in which nothing goes right. Simultaneous.

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Book SynopsisAs members of a swim team do laps to qualify for swim camp, readers can practice subtracting two-digit numbers to see how many laps are left to go.

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Book SynopsisWhen Percy plays at the park, he's a monster! Roaring and growling, he climbs up the slide, stomps in the sandbox, and jumps off the swing. Will he ever learn how to be a safe monster? Part of the sixteen book I SEE I LEARN® series for happier, healthier, more confident children!

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Book SynopsisLearning a new skill can be tricky and discouraging. This installment in the I See I Learn® visual-based learning series uses easy-to-follow diagrams and a gentle, cheerful story to teach basic skills for resilience and encouragement throughout the learning process! Ajay wants to throw a ball straight and far like his big sister, Meera. He tries, but he just can't do it. Then his friends remind Ajay how he learned to do other things that seemed hard at the time. Part of the sixteen book I SEE I LEARN® series for happier, healthier, more confident children!

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Book SynopsisA new preschool series designed to help young children learn skills that are important for school readiness and daily life through the use of inset pictures, diagrams and highlighted words to help reinforce lessons told through simple stories.

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Book SynopsisSometimes working together is better. But how do you go from working alone to working with a team? This installment in Stuart Murphy's acclaimed I See I Learn® series introduces youngsters to the foundations of teamwork and cooperation. Camille loves to build sand forts at the beach. But it's hard to build a big fort alone. Camille and her friends make a plan. They find that they can get more done—and have more fun—when they work together. Part of the sixteen-book I SEE I LEARN® series for happier, healthier, more confident children!

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Book SynopsisAnger can be overwhelming, especially for youngsters. This I See I Learn® book uses easy-to-follow diagrams, helpful pop-out tips, and a warm, gentle story to teach basic temper management strategies for little ones.Sometimes Percy gets upset. He scowls and stamps his feet. But when he learns to take a deep breath, count to ten, and talk about his feelings, he can calm down. When Percy's not upset, he can have fun again! For happier, healthier, more confident children! Part of the sixteen book I SEE I LEARN® series for happier, healthier, more confident children!

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Book SynopsisGetting lost is scary! This installment in the I See I Learn® series equips youngsters with a basic skillset for finding their group again after getting separated. Freda is excited to be on a class field trip. But after she stops to look in a store window, she can't find her group. What does she do now? This gentle, clearly-illustrated book gives easy-to-follow tips for staying calm, finding help, and giving identifying details. Part of the sixteen book I SEE I LEARN® series for happier, healthier, more confident children!

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Book SynopsisGetting lost is scary! This installment in the I See I Learn® series equips youngsters with a basic skillset for finding their group again after getting separated. Freda is excited to be on a class field trip. But after she stops to look in a store window, she can't find her group. What does she do now? This gentle, clearly-illustrated book gives easy-to-follow tips for staying calm, finding help, and giving identifying details. Part of the sixteen book I SEE I LEARN® series for happier, healthier, more confident children!

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Book SynopsisLearning to write is hard work! This I See I Learn® story models the essential skills of literacy—seeking assistance, focus, and practice—with easy-to-follow illustrations and pop-out alphabet details for the newest readers among us. Carlos wants to write his name like some of his friends can. After he practices over and over again, Carlos is proud to show his friends what he can do. Part of the sixteen book I SEE I LEARN® series for happier, healthier, more confident children!

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Book SynopsisCarlos wants to write his name like some of his friends can. After he practices over and over again, Carlos is proud to show his friends what he can do. Part of the sixteen book I SEE I LEARN® series for happier, healthier, more confident children!

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Book SynopsisWhat do you do when someone hurts your feelings? This installment in the I See I Learn® visual learning series uses easy-to-follow diagrams, pop-out tips, and a gentle, engaging story to teach basic conflict resolution and bully aversion strategies. Freda loves her new pink shoes. But when she wears them to school, a boy teases her. What can Freda do to make the bully stop? Part of the sixteen book I SEE I LEARN® series for happier, healthier, more confident children!

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Book SynopsisPercy likes to play so much he sometimes forgets to listen. With the help of his parents and teachers, Percy learns how to listen to understand directions, learn new things, be safe, and have more fun. Part of the sixteen book I SEE I LEARN® series for happier, healthier, more confident children!

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Book SynopsisHow do we make healthy choices? This installment in the I See I Learn® visual learning series uses easy-to-follow diagrams and a cheerful, positive story to introduce basic concepts of health and wellness to the youngest readers. Ajay wants to be strong, so that he can run fast with his friends. See how eating healthy foods and getting lots of exercise helps Ajay feel great—and run fast! Part of the sixteen book I SEE I LEARN® series for happier, healthier, more confident children!

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Book SynopsisRemembering your manners can be tricky! This I See I Learn® book uses pop-out tips, easy-to-follow diagrams, and a gentle but firm story to drive home the importance of being polite and equip kids with their "pleases" and "thank-yous."Freda likes to play school and pretend to be the teacher. But when Percy and Emma join in on the fun, they realize that Freda needs some help saying "please," "thank you," and "you''re welcome." Part of the sixteen book I SEE I LEARN® series for happier, healthier, more confident children!

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Book SynopsisCarlos loves playing in the mud, building with clay, and drawing with chalk, but he doesn''t like washing his hands. With the guidance of his friends and teacher, Carlos learns how easy--and fun--it is to wash up. Part of the sixteen book I SEE I LEARN® series for happier, healthier, more confident children!

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Book SynopsisPara que los niños sean más felices, saludables y seguros de sí mismos.Emma acaba de mudarse a un nuevo vecindario. Y lo que más desea es hacer amigos. Comprueba lo que sucede cuando ella sonríe, pide que la dejen jugar, y se ofrece a ayudar y acompartir sus juguetes. ¡Hacer amigos es divertido!Young readers can now enjoy Stuart J . Murphy's adventures in Spanish. Emma has just moved to a new city where she doesn't know anyone. When she sees a a girl her age next door, she wonders what she can do to get to know her. What if she smiles, asks to play, and shares her toys? Part of the sixteen book I SEE I LEARN® series for happier, healthier, more confident children!

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Book SynopsisPara que los niños sean más felices, saludables y seguros de sí mismos. A Camila le encanta hacer un fuerte con arena en la playa. Pero resulta difícil hacer un castillo grande sola. Comprueba lo que sucede cuando Camila y sus amigos hacen un plan, trabajan en equipo y comparten la diversión.  Young readers can now enjoy Stuart J . Murphy's adventures in Spanish. Camille loves to build sand forts at the beach. But it's hard to build a big fort alone. Camille and her friends make a plan. They find that they can get more done--and have more fun--when they work together. Part of the sixteen book I SEE I LEARN® series for happier, healthier, more confident children!

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Book SynopsisA visual-learning expert races up the charts and graphs math success with kid-friendly content sure to help with homework.Want to find the most popular meal in the cafeteria? Compare town sports enrollments? Or maybe you just want to know who burps the most in your family! Learn what line graphs, bar graphs, pie charts, and pictographs are and how and when to use them to represent data. Each project shows how to build a chart or graph and ties it all together with a creative infographic that really puts the A in STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, ARTS, and Mathematics). Whether used as an introductory aid or to underscore previous knowledge, the book prepares today''s visually savvy children to succeed in school and life by analyzing the world around them.

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