Publisher's Synopsis
Kids adore the story and the funny illustrations. Parents and educators appreciate how the story and illustrations make understanding double-digit addition stress-free and easy.
It is the ideal tool for nurturing your child's mathematical skills and boosting their confidence. A valuable addition to your library, classroom, or home.
An ordinary night at a pet store transforms into an exciting adventure as Mate and Rix construct a fort using addition with regrouping. These lovable characters ensure that math becomes more enjoyable and less daunting for young learners.
According to Kristin Terwilliger, a second-grade teacher at Seaview Elementary in Edmonds, WA, "Mate and Rix help students discover a fun new way to understand regrouping in addition. Second graders love it!"
Founder of the Emerging Learners Literacy Foundation, Delilah Gonzales, describes the book as a delightful literary masterpiece that serves as a catalyst for mathematical thinking in children.
The storyline incorporates important math literacy and vocabulary, accompanied by a math strategy guide for parents and educators.
Aligned with the Common Core standards for Number & Operations in Base Ten, the book covers essential concepts including place value, skip counting, adding two-digit numbers, and expanded notation. The text and font are deliberately designed to cater to young readers. Additionally, the storyline seamlessly integrates math literacy and vocabulary.
Jolie and Frans, the creators of Mate and Rix, infuse humor and friendship into a math concept that children must master.
Common Core: Number & Operations in Base Ten✅ Place value✅ Skip counting
✅ Adding two-digit numbers
✅ Expanded notation
✅ Text and font are designed for young readers
✅ Storyline incorporates math literacy and vocabulary
✅ Parent and teacher math strategy guide
Did you know that research has shown the use of story picture books in mathematics teaching and learning can help foster a positive attitude toward mathematics learning in children? It's true! And with "Mate and Rix Escape Boredom", students will gain math confidence and achieve more than studying the standard math curriculum alone.
- This fictional story teaches math through lovable characters and energetic illustrations. It will engage even the most reluctant learner.
- The illustrations and visual models are a non-threatening way to teach multi-digit addition with regrouping.
- Literature and mathematics can foster literacy and mathematical understanding - saving time and increasing comprehension.
Jolie and Frans bring humor and friendship to a math concept a child must master.
Research
Research suggests the use of story picture books in math education fosters a positive attitude toward learning the subject in children. "Mate and Rix Escape Boredom" goes beyond the standard math curriculum, allowing students to gain math confidence and achieve more.
Through its charming narrative and vibrant illustrations, this fictional story effectively teaches math while engaging even the most hesitant learners. The illustrations and visual models take away the intimidation factor, providing a safe and approachable environment for mastering multi-digit addition with regrouping.
The marvelous combination of literature and mathematics found in this book promotes both literacy and mathematical understanding, leading to improved comprehension and saving valuable time.
So, if you're seeking to transform math anxiety into math confidence, "Mate and Rix Escape Boredom" is precisely what you need! Indulge in this delightful gem and let your child's imagination soar!
Reference: Yang, D.C., Sianturi, I.A.J., Chen, C.H. et al. (2021).
