Book details
Sir Cumference and All the King's Tens: A Math Adventure
Description
Join Sir Cumference and the gang for more wordplay, puns, and problem solving in the clever math adventure about place-value and counting by tens. Sir Cumference and Lady Di planned a surprise birthday party for King Arthur, but they didn't expect so many guests to show up. How many lunches will they need? And with more guests arriving by the minute, what about dinner? Sir Cumference and Lady Di count guests by tens, hundreds, and even thousands to help young readers learn place-value. Fans will love this new installment of the Sir Cumference series that makes math fun and accessible for all.
Age
7-10
Text complexity
beginner
Length
32 pages
Book in series
#9
Why to read
- Teachers and parents can use 'Sir Cumference and All the King's Tens' as a supplemental resource to support the math curriculum. The story provides a different approach to teaching math that can help reinforce concepts and aid in comprehension for visual and narrative learners.
- As the characters in the book face challenges that require mathematical solutions, readers are encouraged to think critically and develop their problem-solving skills in a context that is both entertaining and educational.
- Cindy Neuschwander's 'Sir Cumference' series is known for combining storytelling with math lessons, making learning more enjoyable and memorable for young readers. This book continues that tradition, ensuring that children are absorbed in the story while they learn.
- The book provides a fun and engaging way to introduce children to important mathematical concepts, specifically place value and counting by tens, which are foundational for understanding larger numbers and basic arithmetic.