Let's Fly a Kite (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780064467377)

"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

Let's Fly a Kite is perfect for teaching symmetry to first, second, and third graders. When Bob and Hannah split something, the two pieces had better be symmetrical--exactly the same. But to fly their kite, they'll have to learn something new--cooperation!

Kids will love the story and the illustrations by Brian Floca. Parents and educators will love how the story and pictures make understanding the math concepts 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
ISBN-10: 0064467376
ISBN-13: 9780064467377
Publisher: HarperCollins
Language: English
Published: 08/22/2000
Pages: 40
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.34lbs
Size: 7.80h x 10.12w x 0.13d

Review Citation(s):
School Library Journal 11/01/2000 pg. 146
Booklist 09/15/2000 pg. 246
Hornbook Guide to Children 07/01/2000 pg. 46 - Recommended, Satisfactory
Hornbook Guide to Children 01/01/2001 pg. 46 - Recommended, Satisfactory