The Best Bug Parade
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1996 · Est. 1 min read-aloud

The Best Bug Parade

By Stuart J. Murphy, Holly Keller (Illustrator)

Discover which bug is the biggest in a garden parade that makes math fun and easy.

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40 pages· 113 words· Est. 1 min read-aloud
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In Ladybug's garden, a parade of bugs lines up to reveal which is the biggest and longest. This delightful tale introduces young readers to size comparison through engaging storytelling and vibrant illustrations. As the bugs march, children learn math concepts effortlessly, with activities that extend learning beyond the pages. Will the smallest bug surprise everyone? Dive into a world where math becomes a playful adventure, and discover how these charming creatures make learning a breeze. Perfect for young minds eager to explore the wonders of math in everyday life.

From the publisher

“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 NJWhich bug is the biggest? Which bug is the longest? It’s time to find out as all the bugs in Ladybug’s garden line up for the best bug parade! This fun book written by Stuart J. Murphy and illustrated by Holly Keller introduces size comparison in its simplest form.Kids will love the story and the illustrations. 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!

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
40
Words
113
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
270L
Themes & topics
Books about bugs and insectsBooks about mathBooks about sports and recreationBooks about first conceptsBooks about size and shape
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~2.1
F&P level
~I
Publication
Published
April 1, 1996
First published
March 27, 1996
Publisher
HarperCollins
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780064467001

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