Book
Zero is the leaves on the tree / by Betsy Franco ; illustrations by Shino Arihara. --
Provides a clear definition of zero, and helps children understand the number that is best defined by what it is not.
Record details
- ISBN: 9781582462493
- ISBN: 1582462496
- Physical Description: 1 v. (unpaged) : col. ill.
- Publisher: Berkeley, Calif. ; Ten Speed Press, c2009.
Content descriptions
| General Note: | "Tricycle Press." |
| Immediate Source of Acquisition Note: | LSC 19.99 |
Search for related items by subject
| Subject: | Zero (The number) > Juvenile literature. Counting books. |
Available copies
- 1 of 1 copy available at Tsuga Consortium.
Holds
- 0 current holds with 1 total copy.
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| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeshore Branch | CON JP Franc | 31681002054526 | PICTURE | Available | - |
- Baker & Taylor
Poetic, metaphorical text and stirring illustrations lead children on an exploration of zero as both a number and an abstract idea, in a book where zero is the sound of the stars at night, the leaves on the tree in wintertime, or the balls left at the bin at recess. - Baker & Taylor
Explores the concept of zero as both a number and an abstract idea, using examples such as the sound of the stars at night, the leaves on the tree in wintertime, and the balls left in the bin during recess. - Baker & Taylor
This picture book beautifully explores the important math concept zero in a way that will inspire children to find zero everywhere--from the branches of a tree by day to the vast, starry sky by night. - Random House, Inc.
It's easy to count three of something-- just add them up. But how do you count zero, a number that is best defined by what it's not?
Can you see it?
Can you hear it?
Can you feel it?
This important math concept is beautifully explored in a way that will inspire children to find zero everywhere--from the branches of a tree by day to the vast, starry sky by night.
