About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is starting to grasp numbers but needs a playful, low-pressure way to practice counting through chaos. It is the perfect antidote to dry math drills, offering a whimsical world where numbers come alive through a series of increasingly crowded and silly boat rides. Barnaby is on a journey to visit his grandmother, and along the way, he picks up an eclectic cast of animals, from mice to monkeys, each group larger than the last. As the boat gets fuller, the energy rises, making it a wonderful tool for teaching patience and organization in the face of messy, joyful disruptions. It is an ideal pick for preschoolers and early elementary students who respond well to rhythm, repetition, and a touch of nonsense. Parents will appreciate how it builds foundational numeracy while celebrating the wild, unpredictable nature of a grand adventure.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
None. The book is entirely secular and focuses on the whimsical logic of a counting adventure. The resolution is joyful and satisfying.
