Book details
How Many Seeds in a Pumpkin? (Mr. Tiffin's Classroom Series)
Description
Here is an adorable picture book for curious kids, which explores skip counting and estimation in a fun pumpkin-themed classroom experiment. "How many seeds are in a pumpkin?" Mr. Tiffin asks his class as they gather around the big, medium, and small pumpkins on his desk. Robert, the biggest kid, guesses that the largest one has a million seeds; Elinor, sounding like she knows what she's talking about, guesses the medium one has 500 seeds; and Anna, who likes even numbers better than odd ones, guesses that the little one has 22. Charlie, the smallest boy in the class, doesn't have a guess. Counting pumpkin seeds is messy business, but once the slimy job is done, to everyone's surprise, the smallest pumpkin has the most seeds! As Charlie happily exclaims, "Small things have a lot going on inside of them." This book makes a wonderful read-aloud companion to any math or science curriculum, and it's a fun way to reinforce counting skills at home.From the Hardcover edition.
Age
5-7
Text complexity
developing
Length
12 pages
Book in series
#1
Why to read
- Educational Value: The book provides an engaging way for children to learn about counting, estimation, and simple mathematical concepts through the story of a classroom experiment.
- Seasonal Theme: 'How Many Seeds in a Pumpkin?' is perfect for the fall season, especially around Halloween and Thanksgiving, when pumpkins are a prominent part of the culture and festivities.
- Character Development: The story includes important lessons about teamwork, fairness, and not judging by appearances, as the children in Mr. Tiffin's class discover that the biggest pumpkin doesn't always have the most seeds.
- Illustrations and Engagement: The book is beautifully illustrated, capturing the attention of young readers and complementing the text to enhance understanding and enjoyment of the story.