Early years: size, shapes and patterns

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  • Big Little  Grande pequeño

    Candlewick Press,U.S. Big Little Grande pequeño

    10 in stock

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    10 in stock

    £8.99

  • Think Triangles

    Schiffer Publishing Ltd Think Triangles

    Book SynopsisTrade ReviewKaren Robbins' series of Think Shape Books (a Lift the Flap Counting, Color and Shapes) will inspire young children to start thinking and learning at an early age. They’ll enjoy lifting the flap to see the fun connection hidden there. What a great series for cognition and physical hand eye coordination! Bright, bold and colorful collage images express familiar child images. Kids will find lots of learning and fun. The Think Shapes Books are another clever concept by award-winning author and book designer, Karen Robbins. ~ MaryAnn F Kohl author, educator, publisher and consultant www.brightring.com

    £11.39

  • Think Circles

    Schiffer Publishing Ltd Think Circles

    Book SynopsisTrade ReviewKaren Robbins' series of Think Shape Books (a Lift the Flap Counting, Color and Shapes) will inspire young children to start thinking and learning at an early age. They’ll enjoy lifting the flap to see the fun connection hidden there. What a great series for cognition and physical hand eye coordination! Bright, bold and colorful collage images express familiar child images. Kids will find lots of learning and fun. The Think Shapes Books are another clever concept by award-winning author and book designer, Karen Robbins. ~ MaryAnn F Kohl author, educator, publisher and consultant www.brightring.com

    £11.39

  • Think Squares

    Schiffer Publishing Ltd Think Squares

    Book SynopsisTrade ReviewKaren Robbins' series of Think Shape Books (a Lift the Flap Counting, Color and Shapes) will inspire young children to start thinking and learning at an early age. They’ll enjoy lifting the flap to see the fun connection hidden there. What a great series for cognition and physical hand eye coordination! Bright, bold and colorful collage images express familiar child images. Kids will find lots of learning and fun. The Think Shapes Books are another clever concept by award-winning author and book designer, Karen Robbins. ~ MaryAnn F Kohl author, educator, publisher and consultant www.brightring.com

    £11.39

  • The Lost Race Car A Fox and Goat Mystery Fox and

    Schiffer Publishing Ltd The Lost Race Car A Fox and Goat Mystery Fox and

    Book SynopsisTrade ReviewThese are such great books! The digital artwork is bright, bold, and eye-catching. The question and answer pattern to each spread invites kids to think, explore, and solve the mysteries as they go, and offers the chance to talk about other colors/textures/sizes/shapes on the pages. Once again, sharp-eyed readers will notice the race car lingering around as they get closer to solving the case. -- Rosemary Kiladitis, Mom Read It

    £11.39

  • The Missing Bouncy Ball A Fox and Goat Mystery

    Schiffer Publishing Ltd The Missing Bouncy Ball A Fox and Goat Mystery

    Book SynopsisTrade ReviewAlthough adults may have to explain the trope, Fox and Goat are clearly decked out as detectives, in trench coat and fedora and equipped with magnifying glass and binoculars, but author Misti Kenison pokes a little fun at their stereotypical ratiocinations: ace sleuths Fox and Goat may know what is NOT Emma's bouncy ball, but it takes Benji the Dog's nose to find the missing object. Keniston's appendix, "What Were the Clues to Find the Bouncy Ball?" includes graphics for shape, color, and size, and that quintessential quality--bounciness. This concept book offers many teaching opportunities for parents, teachers, and tots, including the idea of a process of elimination which is "elementary, my dear Watson! -- Books for Kids BlogThese are such great books! The digital artwork is bright, bold, and eye-catching. The question and answer pattern to each spread invites kids to think, explore, and solve the mysteries as they go, and offers the chance to talk about other colors/textures/sizes/shapes on the pages. -- Rosemary Kiladitis, Mom Read It

    £11.39

  • Im the Biggest Thing in the Ocean

    Penguin Putnam Inc Im the Biggest Thing in the Ocean

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisNow everyone's favorite squid is just the right size for babies and toddlersKevin Sherry's unabashed squid may be the biggest thing in this catalog, but he's not too big for even the littlest kids to love. As the hubristic squid goes about bragging, babies and toddlers will get an eyeful of undersea life—from shrimp and jellyfish to turtles and more. With its snappy text and bright, bold artwork, this winning modern classic is guaranteed to have even the youngest of readers grabbing at pages and laughing along.

    10 in stock

    £8.54

  • Colors

    Holiday House Inc Colors

    10 in stock

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    10 in stock

    £15.29

  • Metric System The

    Holiday House Inc Metric System The

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisThink metric! A fun illustrated primer on the internationally recognized metric system for kids.Used in almost every country in the world, the metric system is an easy-to-use way of calculating length, distance, weight, and volume. Look at the label of a soft drink. You'll see both ounces and milliliters or gallons and liters listed. For kids who love to interact with their environment and measure and build things, knowledge of the metric system is a must.Filled with do-it-yourself activities, bright illustrations, and valuable kid-friendly information on how to convert inches into centimeters, pounds into kilograms, and much more, this latest from trusted STEM creators David A. Adler and Edward Miller will have kids thinking in metric in no time. Each book includes a ruler with metric and imperial measurements that can be cut out from the jacket flaps.David A. Adler and Edward Miller have collaborated on over 10 math books for children, many of which hav

    10 in stock

    £14.24

  • Numbers Everywhere

    Holiday House Inc Numbers Everywhere

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisSearch for hidden numeral shapes in this fun, rhyming picture book-- a perfect way to engage preschoolers learning numbers!Number shapes are everywhere-- look up! Look down! Look here! Look there.Rhymes invite children to look for numerals hidden in the pictures:A tall straight line is number one.A rocket headed towards the sun! Colorful illustrations of imaginative scenes hide the shapes of numbers1 through 9.  Dotted lines trace out these numeral shapes to help young readers find and recognize numbers, while charming rhyming text helps teach kids how to write numbers on their own.This important pre-math skill becomes a fun seek-and-find game, and the rhythmic, rhyming text is fun to read aloud.  Your young reader will learn to love to count!A Mathical Honor BookA Poets.org Featured Fall Book for Young Readers

    10 in stock

    £13.29

  • Squares Rectangles and other Quadrilaterals

    Holiday House Inc Squares Rectangles and other Quadrilaterals

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisDemystify geometry with this primer on shapes that will have young builders everywhere on to their next towering project.Comical cats and dogs guide kids through the essential characteristics of squares, rectangles, parallelograms, rhomboids, and other quadrilaterals. Angles and degrees are explained in accessible terms and useful visuals. Kids will get a handle on geometric vocabulary and can try out plenty of hands-on activities that will help reinforce the concepts. David A. Adler and Edward Miller are a trusted team when it comes to math books for young people, having penned over 15 math-related books together. A glossary is included.

    10 in stock

    £7.99

  • Colors

    Holiday House Inc Colors

    10 in stock

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    10 in stock

    £7.99

  • The Universe in You

    Holiday House Inc The Universe in You

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisJason Chin, winner of the Caldecott Medal for Watercress, dives into the microscopic building blocks of life in this companion to the award-winning Your Place in the Universe.In Your Place in the Universe, Jason Chin zoomed outward, from our planet, solar system, and galaxy to the outer reaches  of the observable universe. Now, Chin reverses course, zooming in past our skin to our cells, molecules, and atoms, all the way down to particles so small we can’t yet even measure them. Like its companion, The Universe in You is a mind-boggling adventure that makes complex science accessible and enjoyable to readers of any age.Impeccably researched, wholly engrossing, and with extensive backmatter for additional learning, The Universe in You is another knockout from the award-winning creator of Redwoods, Grand Canyon, and other distinguished works of nonfiction for young readers. A

    10 in stock

    £15.19

  • The Metric System

    Holiday House Inc The Metric System

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisThink metric! A fun illustrated primer on the internationally recognized metric system for kids.Used in almost every country in the world, the metric system is an easy-to-use way of calculating length, distance, weight, and volume. Look at the label of a soft drink. You'll see both ounces and milliliters or gallons and liters listed. For kids who love to interact with their environment and measure and build things, knowledge of the metric system is a must.Filled with do-it-yourself activities, bright illustrations, and valuable kid-friendly information on how to convert inches into centimeters, pounds into kilograms, and much more, this latest from trusted STEM creators David A. Adler and Edward Miller will have kids thinking in metric in no time. Each book includes a ruler with metric and imperial measurements that can be cut out from the jacket flaps.David A. Adler and Edward Miller have collaborated on over 10 math books for children, many of which hav

    10 in stock

    £7.99

  • Museum of New Mexico Press Soft Bright Fluffy

    10 in stock

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    10 in stock

    £11.66

  • Look and Learn Patterns LookLearn

    National Geographic Kids Look and Learn Patterns LookLearn

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisIn these 24 page board books, young children are able to learn important skills such as naming, sorting, rhyming, counting, matching, and finding through fun, interactive games and activities. These popular games featured throughout the National Geographic Little Kids Magazine incorporate stunning photography in order to demonstrate these early concepts.Children will also learn the basic understanding of simple patterns and how to identify them. Through photography, colorful designs, and simple text children are able to learn quickly with this exciting and approachable tool. Parents are also able to become involved within the learning process as they guide their toddlers through the book, and proudly watch them evolve and absorb new concepts.

    10 in stock

    £8.43

  • National Geographic Kids Little Kids First Board

    National Geographic Kids National Geographic Kids Little Kids First Board

    10 in stock

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    10 in stock

    £8.57

  • Capstone Press Its a Pattern Pebble Math

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    £7.95

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  • £23.99

  • Heinemann Educational Books Shapes in the Kitchen Math Around Us Paperback

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    £7.59

  • £9.49

  • Union Square Kids Are You Big

    10 in stock

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    10 in stock

    £15.29

  • DK Braille Shapes

    DK DK Braille Shapes

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisWhere is the square?DK Braille: Shapes helps children learn, find, and remember their shapes through die-cut shapes, embossed images, and braille or large format text in this special book designed specifically for blind or visually impaired readers.Feel the difference between a circle and triangle as the rhyming story guides readers through the pages, each page making information easy to understand for the tactile reader.DK Braille: Shapes is a unique book that helps young blind or visually impaired readers learn their shapes in a format specifically designed for them.A flagship series of high-quality, custom books with braille and tactile images for blind and partially sighted children, or sighted children with blind parents. DK Braille books combine uncontracted Unified English Braille and large type with high-contrast colors, embossed images, and tactile cutout shapes for children to feel with their fingers. The combination of text alongsTrade Review"A winning series that is truly for all board-book readers and their grown-ups." — Kirkus Reviews (Starred Review)"Polished design and execution make this a valuable resource." — Publishers Weekly (Starred Review)"What a great addition to the often groundbreaking titles offered by DK." — New York Journal of Books"I applaud DK Books, a mainstream publisher, for recognizing the needs of Braille readers." — Future Reflections"[A] hands-on storytime everyone can take part in." — Pregnancy & Newborn Magazine

    1 in stock

    £14.44

  • My First Shapes

    DK My First Shapes

    10 in stock

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    10 in stock

    £6.99

  • Lerner Publishing Group A Fractions Goal Parts of a Whole

    Out of stock

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    £8.99

  • Reycraft Books Shape Search

    Out of stock

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    Out of stock

    £999.99

  • MY FIRST SHAPES BOOK Illustrated First Concepts

    Flowerpot Press MY FIRST SHAPES BOOK Illustrated First Concepts

    5 in stock

    Book SynopsisEnjoy introducing your child to early learning concepts with these adorable books! With bright, whimsical artwork of some of the most fun and familiar things from their world, these books will connect with little ones before they even realize they are learning!

    5 in stock

    £9.25

  • Can You See Me

    KIDS CAN PR Can You See Me

    10 in stock

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    10 in stock

    £18.04

  • Cherry Blossom Press Where Is the Book?

    15 in stock

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    15 in stock

    £11.36

  • Frankie's Food Truck

    Candlewick Press,U.S. Frankie's Food Truck

    10 in stock

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    10 in stock

    £9.49

  • Hello, Dinosaurs!

    Candlewick Press,U.S. Hello, Dinosaurs!

    10 in stock

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    10 in stock

    £13.49

  • Creature Features Ocean

    Candlewick Press Creature Features Ocean

    7 in stock

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    7 in stock

    £18.04

  • Kitty and Cat: Bent Out of Shape

    Candlewick Press,U.S. Kitty and Cat: Bent Out of Shape

    10 in stock

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    10 in stock

    £16.14

  • We're Going on a Bear Hunt: My First Shapes

    Candlewick Press (MA) We're Going on a Bear Hunt: My First Shapes

    10 in stock

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    10 in stock

    £9.49

  • Lots and Lots of Zebra Stripes

    Astra Publishing House Lots and Lots of Zebra Stripes

    Out of stock

    Book SynopsisWith a simple text and vivid full-color photographs, Stephen R. Swinburne shows children a wide range of nature's exquisite designs. He invites children to open their eyes and look for patterns in water and on land, in the air and on the ground, and in their own neighborhoods. They will see the world as they've never seen it before.

    Out of stock

    £9.54

  • Creative Editions Seashell

    10 in stock

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    10 in stock

    £9.99

  • Creative Editions Coral

    10 in stock

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    10 in stock

    £11.39

  • Kitten Castle

    The Kane Press Kitten Castle

    Out of stock

    Book SynopsisDiscover Math Matters! With over 15 million books sold worldwide, this award-winning series of easy-to-read books will help young readers ages 5–8 approach math with enthusiasm. Great for fans of MathStart or Step into Reading Math. Four newborn kittens are creating havoc at Anna''s house. How can she convince her Dad to let her keep them? Will a "kitten castle" be the answer?With engaging stories that connect math to kids’ everyday lives, each book in the Teachers’ Choice Award–winning Math Matters series focuses on a single concept and reinforces math vocabulary and skills. Bonus activities in the back of each book feature math and reading comprehension questions, and even more free activities online add to the fun! (Math topic: Geometry/3D shapes)

    Out of stock

    £6.99

  • Mice on Ice

    Astra Publishing House Mice on Ice

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    Book SynopsisEach read-aloud book in the Mouse Math series focuses on a single, basic math concept and features adorable mice, Albert and Wanda, who live in a People House. Entertaining fiction stories capture kids’ imaginations as the mice learn about numbers, shapes, sizes and more. Over 3 million copies sold worldwide!The puddle is frozen and Albert can't wait to go mice skating! All the other mice are skating shapes. Wanda can make a circle, and the Mousely triplets can make a triangle. But can Albert make anything but trouble? Every Mouse Math title includes back matter activities that support and extend reading comprehension and math skills, plus free online activities. (Math concept: 2D Shapes)

    Out of stock

    £7.59

  • Albert Doubles the Fun

    Astra Publishing House Albert Doubles the Fun

    Out of stock

    Book SynopsisEach read-aloud book in the Mouse Math series focuses on a single, basic math concept and features adorable mice, Albert and Wanda, who live in a People House. Entertaining fiction stories capture kids’ imaginations as the mice learn about numbers, shapes, sizes and more. Over 3 million copies sold worldwide!Albert is going to the Mouse County Fair! But when his best friend, Leo, isn't home, Albert decides to have fun for both of them. Double the fun! Every Mouse Math title includes back matter activities that support and extend reading comprehension and math skills, plus free online activities. (Math concept: Adding doubles).

    Out of stock

    £7.59

  • Bravo, Albert!

    Astra Publishing House Bravo, Albert!

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    Book SynopsisEach read-aloud book in the Mouse Math series focuses on a single, basic math concept and features adorable mice, Albert and Wanda, who live in a People House. Entertaining fiction stories capture kids’ imaginations as the mice learn about numbers, shapes, sizes and more. Over 3 million copies sold worldwide!Wanda's big show is tomorrow. Rehearsals are going well, but what should the Nibblettes wear? When a costume disaster strikes, it's Albert to the rescue!Every Mouse Math title includes back matter activities that support and extend reading comprehension and math skills, plus free online activities. (Math concept: Patterns)

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    £7.59

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  • Brighter Child Trace Shapes, Ages 3 - 5

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    £6.03

  • Shape Me a Rhyme: Nature's Forms in Poetry

    Astra Publishing House Shape Me a Rhyme: Nature's Forms in Poetry

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisIn this unusual collection, poems and photographs focus on shapes in nature. Some shapes are found in familiar places: A circle is the sun and a crescent is the moon. But there are imaginative surprises too: an alligator's tooth is a triangle and a frond's shadow forms a square. Related shape words—round, halo, sphere, etc.—are scattered throughout the spreads. This collaboration captures the beauty of shapes in nature in a playful way.Trade ReviewAnother foray in an extremely engaging series. These titles are beautifully designed, displaying eye-catching photography and inventive use of typography and placement. . . . Very enjoyable, and allows for much exploration.' —Kirkus ReviewsThere's much to consider in each image, and language-arts teachers will relish this book's ability to jump-start student creativity.' —School Library Journal

    10 in stock

    £8.13

  • Lia y Luís: ¡Desconcertados! / Lia & Luís:

    Charlesbridge Publishing,U.S. Lia y Luís: ¡Desconcertados! / Lia & Luís:

    10 in stock

    Book Synopsis¡Celebra la diversidad, las matemáticas y el poder de contar historias con esta edición bilingüe (español e inglés)!Celebrate diversity, math, and the power of storytelling with this bilingual (Spanish and English) edition!Los mellizos Lia y Luís han recibido de su abuela un rompecabezas con un código secreto. ¿Podrán armarlo para leer el mensaje oculto? Una divertida exploración de la geometría y la clasificación con personajes brasileño-estadounidenses y un glosario de palabras de portugués brasileño.Los libros de la serie Cuentos matemáticos celebran que los niños usen las matemáticas en sus aventuras diarias mientras juegan, construyen y descubren el mundo que los rodea. Historias divertidas y actividades prácticas facilitan que los niños y los adultos exploren juntos las matemáticas de la vida diaria. Han sido desarrolladas en colaboración con expertos en matemáticas para las áreas de ciencia, tecnología, ingeniería y matemáticas de la organización sin fines de lucro TERC, con una beca de la Heising-Simons Foundation.Twins Lia and Luís have received a secret puzzle from their grandma! Can they put it together to read the hidden message? A playful exploration of geometry and sorting featuring Brazilian American characters and a glossary of Brazilian Portuguese words.Storytelling Math celebrates children using math in their daily adventures as they play, build, and discover the world around them. Joyful stories and hands-on activities make it easy for kids and their grown-ups to explore everyday math together. Developed in collaboration with math experts at STEM education nonprofit TERC, under a grant from the Heising-Simons Foundation.

    10 in stock

    £14.39

  • Lia y Luís: ¡Desconcertados! / Lia & Luís:

    Charlesbridge Publishing,U.S. Lia y Luís: ¡Desconcertados! / Lia & Luís:

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisCelebra la diversidad, las matemáticas y el poder de contar historias con esta edición bilingüe (español e inglés)!Celebrate diversity, math, and the power of storytelling with this bilingual (Spanish and English) edition!Los mellizos Lia y Luís han recibido de su abuela un rompecabezas con un código secreto. Podrán armarlo para leer el mensaje oculto? Una divertida exploración de la geometría y la clasificación con personajes brasileño-estadounidenses y un glosario de palabras de portugués brasileño.Los libros de la serie Cuentos matemáticos celebran que los niños usen las matemáticas en sus aventuras diarias mientras juegan, construyen y descubren el mundo que los rodea. Historias divertidas y actividades prácticas facilitan que los niños y los adultos exploren juntos las matemáticas de la vida diaria. Han sido desarrolladas en colaboración con expertos en matemáticas para las áreas de ciencia, tecnología, ingeniería y matemáticas de la organización sin fines de lucro TERC, con una beca de la Heising-Simons Foundation.Twins Lia and Luís have received a secret puzzle from their grandma! Can they put it together to read the hidden message? A playful exploration of geometry and sorting featuring Brazilian American characters and a glossary of Brazilian Portuguese words.Storytelling Math celebrates children using math in their daily adventures as they play, build, and discover the world around them. Joyful stories and hands-on activities make it easy for kids and their grown-ups to explore everyday math together. Developed in collaboration with math experts at STEM education nonprofit TERC, under a grant from the Heising-Simons Foundation.

    10 in stock

    £8.33

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