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Give Me Half! [MathStart 2] , Murphy, Stuart J.

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Condition
Good: A book that has been read but is in good condition. Very minimal damage to the cover including ...
ISBN
9780064467018
Book Title
Give Me Half!
Book Series
Mathstart 2 Ser.
Publisher
HarperCollins
Item Length
8 in
Publication Year
1996
Format
Trade Paperback
Language
English
Illustrator
Karas, G. Brian, Yes
Item Height
0.1 in
Author
Stuart J. Murphy
Genre
Mathematics, Juvenile Fiction, Juvenile Nonfiction
Topic
General, Mathematics / Fractions, Social Themes / Friendship, Mathematics / General, Arithmetic
Item Weight
5.9 Oz
Item Width
10 in
Number of Pages
40 Pages

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Product Identifiers

Publisher
HarperCollins
ISBN-10
0064467015
ISBN-13
9780064467018
eBay Product ID (ePID)
20571

Product Key Features

Book Title
Give Me Half!
Number of Pages
40 Pages
Language
English
Topic
General, Mathematics / Fractions, Social Themes / Friendship, Mathematics / General, Arithmetic
Publication Year
1996
Illustrator
Karas, G. Brian, Yes
Genre
Mathematics, Juvenile Fiction, Juvenile Nonfiction
Author
Stuart J. Murphy
Book Series
Mathstart 2 Ser.
Format
Trade Paperback

Dimensions

Item Height
0.1 in
Item Weight
5.9 Oz
Item Length
8 in
Item Width
10 in

Additional Product Features

Intended Audience
Juvenile Audience
LCCN
95-019617
Dewey Edition
20
Reviews
"I have used the MathStart series with students and even with my own children for a number of years now. Stuart Murphy has written books that develop mathematical concepts for all who read and listen to them. To find these books accompanied by activities for both home and school is a gift for all learners." -- Jonathan Dueck Director, STEM Education Fresno County Superintendent of Schools Fresno, California "No matter what is happening in the world today, the MathStart series takes an abstract concept and makes it real and concrete to the teacher, students, and parents that are reading and using them. Kids, young and old, fall in love with math when they see how real life and effortless it becomes thanks to these books. Math is everywhere around us." -- Kimberly D. Mueller, Ed.D. First Grade Teacher Ashbrook School Lumberton, New Jersey "Each kid-engaging Math Start book is focused on a specific math concept, the vocabulary is age appropriate, and the story lines with delightful illustrations are easy for kids to follow. These books are a perfect springboard into a lesson or review of a lesson and should be read and read again! Guaranteed Teacher and Child Approved." -- Catherine Kuhns, M.Ed. National Board Certified Teacher, Early Childhood Presidential Award for Mathematics Teaching 1999 Teacher over 35 years (31 in Broward County Florida) "We are big Stuart J. Murphy fans. The MathStart books compliment our hands-on learning experience of making math meaningful. We keep a basket of MathStart books with our math manipulatives. Preschoolers act out the stories, master the vocabulary of math, and enjoy hearing the stories again and again." -- Susan Fahey, Director Children's Care and Development Center, Inc. Lincolnwood, IL "I have owned/used Stuart J. Murphy books and been a "groupie" for a long time. His math books humanize math and make it relatable, which is essential in today's world. Students must be able to connect with math now more than ever. The books promote the wonder in mathematics and connect math learning to real world experiences. That wonder will build future problem solvers. Stuart's books are an energizing force in my school and with my teaching." -- Charyl Kerns Hills Elementary Math/ Technology Integration Specialist Keystone Technology Innovator 2015 Goodnoe Elementary School Council Rock School District Newtown, PA, I have used the MathStart series with students and even with my own children for a number of years now. Stuart Murphy has written books that develop mathematical concepts for all who read and listen to them. To find these books accompanied by activities for both home and school is a gift for all learners.
Grade From
First Grade
Series Volume Number
1
Grade To
UP
Dewey Decimal
513.2/6
Synopsis
Splitting things in half may seem like an easy thing to do, but when two siblings and a pizza are involved, things can get messy. Children learn about fractions at school, but fractions are also an important part of everyday life outside the classroom., How do you share a pizza? You split it in half. Read along as a brother and sister share a yummy lunch, and learn about the simplest fraction:1/2. using fractions can be messier than you'd think!, "Kids, young and old, fall in love with math when they see how real-life and effortless it becomes thanks to these books." --Kimberly D. Mueller, Ed.D., First Grade Teacher, Ashbrook School, Lumberton NJ Give Me Half! is perfect for teaching halves to to first, second, and third graders. When a boy tries to eat a whole pizza without sharing half with his sister, it's not pretty. Of course, she isn't too keen on sharing her juice or cupcakes. With a little adult prodding, however, they soon learn the benefits of sharing and split everything in half, including clean-up chores. Kids will love the story and the funny illustrations by Brian Karas. Parents and other educators will love how the story and pictures make understanding comparisons a breeze--as well as the concrete examples of how math works! The book contains activities for adults to do with kids to extend math into their own lives! Math skills are life skills, and the MathStart series supports success! This award-winning series by Stuart J. Murphy teaches math through stories and visual models 63 books divided into three levels with 21 books in each Fun activities kids will love are included to help parents and teachers emphasize the lessons Engaging and relatable stories, with each story revolving around practical applications of the math concept presented Lively art from top-notch illustrators Charts and other visual representations help children understand how the math works and promote deeper comprehension MathStart's unique combination of stories, illustrations, and visual models helps teachers and parents in the teaching of math and provides all children with the opportunity to succeed. The math concepts taught in MathStart books conform to state and national standards. Level 1 is Pre-K-Kindergarten; Level 2 is Grades 1-3; Level 3 is Grades 2-4. The series follows math topics across grades so there is a foundational path to learning that runs through the levels. Help kids with their math skills plus their reading skills with the engaging and fun MathStart series!, How do you share a pizza? You split it in half Two siblings split a yummy lunch and discover that using fractions can be messy. This hilarious book written by Stuart J. Murphy and illustrated by G. Brian Karas introduces the simplest of fractions: 1/2. This is a Level 2 MathStart book, which is perfect for kids ages 6 and up. The MathStart series uses funny stories and colorful art to show kids that they use math every day, even outside of the classroom Each book features an activity guide to have fun with the math concepts presented in the story. Supports the Common Core Learning Standards, Splitting things in half may seem like an easy thing to do, but when two siblings and a pizza are involved, things can get messy. Children learn about fractions at school but fractions are also an important part of everyday life outside the classroom.In this riotous book, Stuart J. Murphy and G. Brian Karas introduce the simplest of fractions, 1/2.

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    • Very good storybook!

      This is a great book to use to introduce fractions to any age group! Children and adults will love the simple way things can be divided, as well as the cute story. As a teacher, I would definitely recommend this book, as well as any other by Stuart J. Murphy for use in the classroom or with your own children.