- Simplifies complex math concepts.
- Explains concepts using real-life situations and familiar objects.
- Clear linkage between text and photos.
- "Words You Know" section to reinforce text.
- Index
- Full-color photographs
Grades K-4 Science Standards
Science as Inquiry: I
- Employ simple equipment to gather data.
NCTM Pre-K-Grade 2 National Math Standards
- Number and Operations Standard
- Count with understanding and recognize "how many" in sets of objects.
- Use a variety of methods and tools to compute, including objects, mental computation, estimation, paper and pencil, and calculators.
- Understand the effects of adding and subtracting whole numbers.
- Problem Solving Standard
- Build new mathematical knowledge through problem solving.