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The Greatest Gymnast of All

The Greatest Gymnast of All

Published in
1998
3.68
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Description

"Kids, young and old, fall in love with math when they see how real-life and effortless it becomes thanks to these books." -Kimberly D. Mueller, Ed.D., First Grade Teacher, Ashbrook School, Lumberton NJThe Greatest Gymnast of All is perfect for teaching opposites to pre-K through kindergarteners. Zoe zips and zooms around the gym. She's on and off the mats, over and under the bar! She's the greatest-in gymnastics and at demonstrating opposites.Kids will love the story and the illustrations by Cynthia Jabar. Parents and educators will love how the story and pictures make understanding the math concepts a breeze-as well as the concrete examples of how math works. The book contains activities for adults to do with kids to extend math into their own lives. Math skills are life skills, and the MathStart series supports success!This award-winning series by Stuart J. Murphy teaches math through stories and visual models63 books divided into three levels with 21 books in eachFun activities kids will love are included to help parents and teachers emphasize the lessonsEngaging and relatable stories, with each story revolving around practical applications of the math concept presentedLively art from top-notch illustratorsCharts and other visual representations help children understand how the math works and promote deeper comprehensionMathStart's unique combination of stories, illustrations, and visual models helps teachers and parents in the teaching of math and provides all children with the opportunity to succeed.The math concepts taught in MathStart books conform to state and national standards. Level 1 is Pre-K-Kindergarten; Level 2 is Grades 1-3; Level 3 is Grades 2-4. The series follows math topics across grades so there is a foundational path to learning that runs through the levels.Help kids with their math skills plus their reading skills with the engaging and fun MathStart series!
Age
4-8
Text complexity
developing
Length
40 pages

Why to read

  • Educational Value: 'The Greatest Gymnast of All' is part of the 'MathStart' series by Stuart J. Murphy, which is designed to teach children important math concepts. This book focuses on the concept of opposites, making it a great educational tool for young readers to develop their understanding of this mathematical idea in a fun and engaging context.
  • Inspiring Storyline: The book tells the story of Zoe, a gymnast who learns to overcome her fears and challenges. It's an inspiring story that encourages children to believe in themselves and to keep trying, even when things get tough.
  • Engaging Illustrations: The book features colorful and dynamic illustrations that capture the excitement of gymnastics and keep children engaged in the story. The visual appeal can help to maintain the interest of young readers who are just starting to read independently.
  • Positive Role Models: 'The Greatest Gymnast of All' presents positive role models for children. Zoe's determination and the supportive characters around her can serve as excellent examples for young readers to emulate in their own lives, teaching them the value of perseverance and encouragement.