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Counting Book Podcast – Just A Minute: A Trickster Tale and Counting Book

Posted on February 20, 2008 by openwidearchive

In this podcast, Laura Bradlee introduces listeners to the book Just A Minute: A Trickster Tale and Counting Book by Yuyi Morales. Introduction Yuyi Morales' book, Just A Minute is a clever tale that would be especially useful for students … Continue reading →

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Counting Book Podcast – So Many Circles, So Many Squares

Posted on February 19, 2008 by Tricia

In this podcast, Farah Salman introduces listeners to the book So Many Circles, So Many Squares by Tana Hoban. Introduction I like this book because it is very unique with all sorts of creative pictures. I think it can be … Continue reading →

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Podcast No. 1 – What Makes a Good Counting Book?

Posted on January 30, 2008 by Tricia

In this inaugural podcast, I consider the qualities of good counting books. This one comes in at a whopping 16 minutes, but it’s filled with book suggestions and points to consider when selecting titles. Books mentioned include: Teeth, Tails and … Continue reading →

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Connecting Math and Children’s Literature

Posted on January 5, 2008 by Tricia

Looking for some ideas for integrating children’s literature into math instruction? These sites offer some great starting points. Books Count! Number Fun for Young Children http://www.education.wisc.edu/ccbc/books/detailListBooks.asp?idBookLists=148 Children’s Literature in Mathematics Instruction http://falcon.jmu.edu/~ramseyil/mathpict.htm Making Sense of Dollars and Cents: Books About … Continue reading →

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