Books Like Sixes and Sevens
Families who loved Sixes and Sevens by John Yeoman often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Families who loved Sixes and Sevens by John Yeoman often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
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.
