Books Like Waving: A Counting Book
Families who loved Waving: A Counting Book by Peter Sís 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 Waving: A Counting Book by Peter Sís 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 toddler is beginning to notice the world beyond their stroller and you want to nurture their sense of belonging within a community. It is the perfect choice for a quiet afternoon when you want to transform a simple walk into a game of discovery and connection. As Mary and her mother walk through their neighborhood, they wave at a growing number of people: from one friend to groups of ten. Beyond the basic math of counting to fifteen, the story emphasizes the joy of being seen and acknowledged by others. It is a gentle, rhythmic experience that reinforces the security of a child's social world and the simple pleasure of a friendly greeting. Parents will appreciate how it models prosocial behavior while teaching early numeracy in a realistic, urban setting.
