"The Kingfisher Number Box" by Ann Montague Smith is a delightful exploration of numbers through the lens of nature. In this engaging story, children are introduced to the concept of counting and number recognition through the charming adventures of a kingfisher and its interactions with various elements of its environment. Each page invites young readers to discover how numbers are all around them, blending vibrant illustrations with playful text. The narrative not only teaches fundamental math skills but also fosters a love for nature and wildlife, making it a perfect read for curious minds eager to learn and explore. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book has been graded for interest at 4-8 years.

There are 48 pages in this book. This book was published in 2002 by Kingfisher .

Hilary Robinson is the author of many children's books. Mandy Stanley has illustrated many successful children's books, including several about Lettice the Rabbit. This is their first book together. Ann Montague-Smith was the series consultant for '100 Maths Lessons' and '100 Maths Homework Activities'. She has also contributed to the 'Learning in the Early Years' series. She is a former Principal Lecturer in Primary Education and leader of a primary maths team and is now a well-established educational author. Claire Tuthill is a freelance maths education consultant and writer.