I Can Add Upside Down!: The Back to School Range
#3 in Learn With Dr. Seuss Series
What’s inside...
The Crazy Cat in the Hat presents a colorful activity book designed to make learning fun with a range of counting activities and engaging stickers. The book introduces the concept of sets and covers simple addition and number recognition. Children can answer questions like 'How many yellow Zillows on pillows?' and 'How many Yots are in blue pots?' either independently or with adult assistance. The book features vibrant Seussian characters and includes a set of fun stickers to enhance the interactive learning experience.
Discussion points
What do you think about the different ways the characters in the book solved problems?
Can you imagine another funny way to add numbers upside down?
How did the story make you feel when the characters figured out challenges?
Which character would you like to be friends with and why?
What have you learned about adding numbers that you didn't know before?
Tip: Role play these questions
Start by asking your child about their favorite part of the book and why they liked it. This can lead to deeper discussions about the characters and the math concepts. Encourage them to describe the story in their own words, which helps reinforce comprehension and recall. Use real-life examples to connect the mathematical concepts in the book to everyday scenarios. This makes learning relatable and fun. Lastly, praise their efforts and insights during the discussion, which boosts their confidence and enjoyment in learning.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Creativity in Problem Solving
Explanation: The book showcases characters solving arithmetic problems in unconventional ways, promoting thinking outside the box.
Real-World Application: Children can apply creative thinking skills to overcome challenges in schoolwork and daily tasks, enhancing adaptability.
Example Lesson: The Joy of Learning
Explanation: Dr. Seuss presents learning as an exciting and fun activity, emphasizing enjoyment in educational pursuits.
Real-World Application: Instilling a positive attitude towards learning can motivate children to engage more enthusiastically with educational opportunities at school and at home.
Example Lesson: Perseverance
Explanation: Characters in the book encounter challenges but keep trying new methods to solve problems, showing resilience.
Real-World Application: This lesson teaches children the importance of persistence in learning new skills or mastering difficult tasks, encouraging them not to give up when faced with obstacles.
Example Lesson: Collaboration
Explanation: Throughout the story, characters work together to solve puzzles, highlighting the power of teamwork.
Real-World Application: Children learn to cooperate with others to achieve common goals, useful in classroom projects and in building healthy relationships.