Sir Cumference and All the King's Tens: A Math Adventure
#6 of 12 in Sir Cumference Series
What’s inside...
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.
Character compass
Sir Cumference
Lady Di Of Ameter
King Arthur
Discussion points
How do you think Sir Cumference and Lady Di of Ameter solved the problem of counting all the guests?
What different ways did you notice the characters in the book categorize or group numbers?
Can you think of a situation where you could use grouping by tens to help solve a problem?
What did you learn about place value and why is it important?
Tip: Role play these questions
Start by asking your child to summarize the story to see their understanding and recall of the plot.
Relate the counting strategies used in the book to real-life scenarios, like counting toys or books, to make the concepts more tangible.
Encourage your child to explain the math concepts in their own words to deepen their comprehension and vocabulary.
Praise their efforts in problem-solving and understanding new mathematical concepts to boost their confidence.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Understanding the concept of place value
Explanation: The story cleverly introduces children to the mathematical concept of place value as Sir Cumference and Lady Di Ameter work with groups of tens and hundreds to count the guests attending the King's party.
Real-World Application: Children can use this understanding to help them with basic arithmetic operations and making sense of larger numbers in everyday scenarios such as shopping or measuring distances.
Example Lesson: Importance of teamwork
Explanation: The book shows how Sir Cumference, Lady Di Ameter, and their son Radius collaborate to solve the problem of counting a large number of party guests efficiently.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to appreciate working together with others to solve problems whether it be in school projects or family activities.
Example Lesson: Problem-solving skills
Explanation: The book focuses on finding a practical solution to a real-world problem—counting a large crowd—using mathematical principles.
Real-World Application: Children learn to approach challenges methodically and creatively, applying logical reasoning and mathematics to their own challenges in school or at play.
Example Lesson: Appreciation for mathematics in daily life
Explanation: Through the adventure of Sir Cumference, the story demonstrates how mathematics is not just academic but a useful tool in everyday life.
Real-World Application: This can help diminish math anxiety and promote a positive attitude towards the subject, highlighting its practicality and necessity.