1+1=5 And Other Unlikely Additions by David LaRochelle. This is a fun books for elementary children- who really understand the fun addition problems and can guess what they might be. Here are some examples from the book: On one page it will show "1+1=5?" and then when you turn the page it has "1 set of triplets + 1 set of twins = 5 babies!" That is the format. 1+1=3? 1 unicorn + 1 goat = horns. 1 ant + 1 spider = 14 legs. This could be a fun math and writing activity with children. They could come up with their own 1+1 addition problems. This is a great book for 1st grade and up. Illustrations are fun and colorful!
How much is 1+1? Think the answer is 2? Not always, as this playful approach to addition proves! David LaRochelle takes children on a joyful mathematical journey that will engage their minds and teach them to think about numbers in a creative, outside-the-box way.
These wacky equations don't add up…or DO THEY?
1 set of triplets + 1 set of twins = 5 babies!
1 duet + 1 quartet = 6 musicians!
1 century + 1 decade = 110 years!
Thank you for such a thoughtful review of my book, Mrs. Horne! And if any teachers, librarians, or parents are interested, they can download a free teaching guide for this book with lots of extension activities at my website, davidlarochelle.com.
ReplyDeleteI like your website! I am not able to see the extension activities you mention for 1 + 1 = 5.
ReplyDeleteCan you tell me where to find them?