Starting Off With Counting Author:Peter Patilla Starting with the number one and gradually working all the way to 100, kids count colorful objects both forward and backward. Starting Off With books encourage younger children to have fun as they learn to count, and to use numbers and shapes. Designed for pre-K and kindergarten children, books in this series offer lively and engaging int... more »roductions to numbers, time, and shapes. This book presents a word bank of key mathematical and other learning terms. Brightly colored illustrations support and explain the text, and suggested activities give kids opportunity for enjoyable practice of their newly acquired skills. Ideal for classroom use, or for pleasant learning at home with help from Mom or Dad. (Ages 4-6)« less