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Maths, science, sports and games come together to delight young readers in a fanciful look at what would happen if kids played games with animals. Would they win a pie-eating contest with a hippo, a wrestling match with an anaconda or a game of tag with a porcupine? Win or lose, the competitions are hilarious as twelve different animals display their amazing natural abilities. "Fun Facts and Fascinating Feats" complement the fast-paced storyline. Parents and teachers will appreciate the literacy and STEM activities in the back of the book.Ages 4-8

"A practical and entertaining introduction to plane geometry" - Kirkus ReviewsA CBC Book's August Hot Off the Press title! Join Farmer Ed and his perplexed animals as they face a puzzling task: constructing a pen for the pigs. With furrowed brows and scratching heads, they wonder: How will they even begin? Sheep steps up with her impressive math skills, but does the rest of the crew know what to do? Or will the pigs run amok forever? Join this crazy bunch as you discover different mathematical solutions and learn more about area and surface calculations. Crafted by a former math teacher and esteemed award-winning author, this comic offers a delightful blend of humor and practical math application. With contributions to Scholastic MATH magazine spanning from 2002 to 2012, the author brings a wealth of expertise to every panel. Whether for classroom use, library reference, or cozy reading sessions at home, this STEM book is a must-have addition to any collection. Plus, the endpapers feature invaluable summaries and examples to teach and learn about math, covering essential topics like area and surface calculations. Get ready to discover the joy of math in action!Learn about area and surface calculations in this side-splitting, educational comic that proves math is more fun than ever! Tailored for children aged 7 years and up, regardless of their affinity for numbers.

A CBC Book's August Hot Off the Press title!

"Speech bubbles provide a challenging vehicle for lengthy explanations about the positioning of clock hands, but Wise otherwise keeps the countdown moving with wordplay-filled banter. Against pale-colored backdrops, Lynch’s panels amplify the story’s over-the-top style via the googly eyed characters’ antics." - Publishers Weekly

Cluck, cluck . . . Clock, clock . . . Chicken can’t tell time. That’s why he was late to a meeting, and now Farmer Ed is sending some guy named Brutus to “teach him a lesson.” Help! Sheep has an idea: Chicken just needs to learn how to tell time. Goat has a different idea: Chicken needs to learn karate, wear a disguise, or move to the North Pole. Hmm . . . Which plan will work? Spoiler alert! The one that involves some math!

Crafted by former math teacher and award-winning author Bill Wise, this comic offers a delightful blend of humor and practical math application. With contributions to Scholastic MATH magazine spanning from 2002 to 2012, Bill Wise brings a wealth of expertise to every panel.

This STEM book is a valuable resource for classrooms, libraries, and even cozy reading sessions at home. Plus, with endpapers featuring concise summaries of key topics like analog versus digital clocks, the learning experience extends far beyond the final page.

The Clock Problem is also available in Spanish as El problema del reloj: ¿qué hora es?

Introducing an uproariously entertaining and educational comic that brings the joy of mathematics to life while learning how to tell time! Perfect for children aged 7 years and up, whether they're math enthusiasts or need a little convincing.

Come to the construction site where there’s a whole lot of activity going on! With its irresistible rhyme, plus a fun counting element, this picture book will become every truck-loving toddler’s favorite. Spend a day with mommy and daddy construction vehicles—bulldozers, front loaders, cement mixers, and more—as they encourage their little ones to push, dig, cut, dump, mix, and tip! With its catchy, songlike rhyming text, this fun read-aloud will delight parents and kids alike. At the end, children will love discovering what these hardworking trucks have been busy creating!