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I'm Starting School: First Numbers

Wipe-clean book with pen
By Pat-a-Cake
Series: I'm Starting School
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In I'm Starting School: First Numbers by Pat-a-Cake, young children are introduced to the world of numbers as they prepare for school. This engaging book offers a fun and interactive way for kids to learn counting, featuring colourful illustrations and simple activities designed to develop their numeracy skills in an enjoyable manner.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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You might enjoy this charming children's book if you're looking to introduce your little one to the basics of counting in a fun and engaging way. It combines vibrant illustrations with simple activities that can help ease the transition to school by making numbers relatable and enjoyable. Ideal for parents or caregivers wanting to support early numeracy skills in a playful manner.

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Essential wipe-clean activity books that give children a head start at primary school.

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Give your children a head start at primary school with this essential wipe-clean activity book.

A fun and engaging First Numbers activity book that will give children a head start as they get to grips with numbers and counting at school. Designed to complement the National Curriculum, it gently introduces children to number recognition and counting skills and equips parents with the tools and information needed to support them.

The consultant-approved activities are fun to do and combined with funny pictures and silly jokes that children will love. The first steps to school success!

This book includes:

  • Carefully crafted activities that reinforce number-writing practice and recognition.
  • Lots of fun counting exercises from 1 to 20.
  • Wipe-clean pen.

Also available: First Phonics, First Writing, First Day, Times Tables Flash Cards, First Phonics Flash Cards

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I'm Starting School: First Numbers by Pat-a-Cake effectively introduces young children to number recognition from 1 to 20 and teaches them how to form the figures. The inclusion of a wipe-clean pen enhances the learning experience, and the engaging, vibrant illustrations make the educational process enjoyable for children.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781526380104

Publisher: Hachette Children's Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 06 April 2017

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Pat-a-Cake

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Becky Down

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 2.0mm

Width: 211.0mm

Height: 297.0mm

Weight: 124g

Pages: 16

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Children's Books Children's Early Years Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Pat-a-Cake Series: I'm Starting School

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Pat-a-Cake (Author)

Pat-a-Cake takes you and your child on a magical journey. From sharing the very first baby book to watching your little one read all by themselves.

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