How to Count to ONE
What’s inside...
A hilariously irreverent picture book about counting that challenges children to outsmart the book by only counting to one, despite the numerous fun things presented to count. As the story progresses, readers are encouraged to bend the rules and find a way to count all the way up to 100. This interactive read-aloud experience is perfect for fans of playful and engaging children's books.
Discussion points
What do you think is special about the number one?
Can you think of a time when you felt like you were ‘number one’ at something? How did it make you feel?
What are some things that you only need one of?
Why do you think the author chose to write a whole book about the number one?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use real-life examples to connect the concept of 'one' to your child's daily experiences, like one family, one home, or one favorite toy.
Encourage your child to count or point out single items around the house or during a walk, reinforcing the concept of 'one'.
Discuss personal experiences where being 'one' or unique has special significance, fostering deeper emotional connectivity to the theme.
Praise your child’s responses and contributions to the discussion to boost their confidence and engagement in learning about numbers.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Understanding the concept of unity and singularity
Explanation: Through playful narrative and illustrations, 'How to Count to ONE' focuses on the number one, teaching children the significance and uniqueness of the number.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this concept by understanding individuality and the importance of being one whole, whether it is appreciating a single item or recognizing 'one' in daily counting activities.
Example Lesson: Importance of focus and concentration
Explanation: The book engages children with a simple, singular task of counting to one, which helps them develop their ability to focus on a specific task without distractions.
Real-World Application: This lesson aids children in real-life situations where they need to concentrate on one task at a time, be it listening to a story, following instructions, or completing a personal project or assignment.
Example Lesson: Value of simplicity
Explanation: By highlighting one basic concept—the number one—this book teaches that simplicity can lead to understanding and clarity, showing children that complex ideas can often be broken down into simpler parts.
Real-World Application: Kids learn to approach problems by breaking them down into simpler, more manageable components, making tasks less daunting and more approachable.
Example Lesson: Encouraging curiosity and questioning
Explanation: As the book explores different aspects and representations of the number one, it provokes curiosity about numbers and their meanings.
Real-World Application: This inspires children to ask questions about numbers, their significance, and other mathematical concepts in their environment, promoting an investigative approach to learning.