Families who loved 123: A Counting Book of Art by Vicky Armstrong 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 you want to transform a routine learning moment into a world-class cultural experience. Whether you are looking to slow down and appreciate beauty or need a screen-free way to engage a toddler who is starting to count, this collaboration with The Metropolitan Museum of Art offers a sophisticated alternative to standard board books. Through thirty pages of stunning artifacts ranging from Chinese teapots to Greek sculptures, your child will learn to count while absorbing 6,000 years of global history. It is a gentle introduction to math and art appreciation that respects a child's innate curiosity about the world. You will find yourself enjoying the high-quality photography and diverse treasures just as much as your little one does, making it a rare 'grown-up friendly' counting book.