Why Was Six Afraid of Seven?

Written and illustrated by Es Kay Johns

Part of the Number Chronicles series

Can a joke teach kids to tackle bullying and love math?

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32 pages· ~510L

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Bookroo's summary

In a playful twist on a classic joke, this children's tale explores how numbers can teach valuable lessons. As the familiar question 'Why was six afraid of seven?' unfolds, young readers discover the importance of kindness and problem-solving. Will they learn to stand up against bullying and find joy in math? Dive into a world where humor meets heart, and numbers become friends.

From the publisher

Why Was Six Afraid of Seven? A children’s book that uses a common joke to help stop bullying and spark the interest of reading and math! Why Was Six Afraid of Seven? is a book created to a) teach kids that bullying is wrong, and that there are better ways to solve problems and embarrassing situations; and b) inspire kids to become more interested in mathematics by getting them comfortable with the subject at an early age.

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