"Superbly demonstrating the conception of factorials in mathematics, the text and pictures combine to present a lesson in a palatable form as well as the pleasure of looking at pictures that only Mitsumasa Anno could invent." — Publishers Weekly "The book moves logically and elegantly from the concrete to the abstract. Once made clear, the concept is unforgettable, but the book entices the reader to return for further appreciation of the artistry with which it was designed." — The Horn Book "If you want a book that does a good selling job on the factorial concept, this one works." — School Library Journal
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Text: English, Japanese (translation)
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Mitsumasa Anno was awarded the Hans Christian Andersen Medal, the highest honor attainable in the field of children's book illustration in 1984. His original art will be displayed at the gallery opening of The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art in Northhampton, MA. Mr. Anno lives in Japan.
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51 of 51 people found the following review helpful
By Angela
Format:Paperback
This book is an amazing way to teach the math concept "factorial" to even very young children. Anno begins with a jar, which contains 1 island, which has 2 countries, each of which has 3 mountains. The story continues like this until 10 is reached. I love the way the pictures are arranged within borders on the page as many times as that of the number of objects being discussed. The explanation of 10! in the back of the book is also very helpful in the lesson being taught. Even if children do not understand the concept being taught, they will certainly appreciate the detailed colored drawings and imaginative story! Lots of praise to Masaichiro & Mitsumasa Anno for their creation.
34 of 34 people found the following review helpful
By amazon3131
Format:Paperback
This picture book is easy to read, and presents two math concepts: the first is counting to ten. The second is factorials: If there are three kingdoms in two countries on one island, then how many kingdoms are there altogether?
Imagining some of the silly scenes (there are how many cupboards in how many rooms?) is a delight.
This book -- or at least the last half of it -- is best for kids who have been introduced to at least basic multiplication facts, but younger kids will enjoy counting and looking at the pictures even if the rest of it is over their heads. It is, therefore, a great book to read to your middle/upper-elementary student while younger siblings are looking on.
Imagining some of the silly scenes (there are how many cupboards in how many rooms?) is a delight.
This book -- or at least the last half of it -- is best for kids who have been introduced to at least basic multiplication facts, but younger kids will enjoy counting and looking at the pictures even if the rest of it is over their heads. It is, therefore, a great book to read to your middle/upper-elementary student while younger siblings are looking on.
33 of 33 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I start my unit on counting principle with this book. I give the students a worksheet to keep track of how many islands, rooms etc. there are. The final question is how many jars are there. I usually have 3 or 4 students who catch on to the factorial concept and find the pattern. These are the ones telling me to read slower!!! It's exciting for students to see the math unfold in the second half of the book... after the story is over and they can begin counting little red dots (jars).
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Gorgeous
A great book with the underlying explanation of a maths concept of factorials! Beautifullyillustrated and very few words to make it very readable.
Published 3 months ago by Christine Lenghaus
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math
I already own some Anno books. He surely give us a different perspective of math and how it works. I really like it. Read more
Published on October 30, 2010 by S. ANDERSON
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Picture book math
I attended a workshop on combining mathematics and children's literature. This was one of the books we used. It's a simple story that encourages multiplication practice. Read more
Published on October 29, 2010 by Carrie L. Cooker
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works or not depending on child
Some kids will find it easy to understand, some won't. Depends on if they are more mental or pictoral at math.
Published on September 30, 2010 by CarefulParent
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Math Books
A great resource to use in math. Wonderful story to keep students fully engaged with calculating math problems throughout the book.
Published on June 2, 2008 by Patricia McReynolds
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Anno's Mysterious multiplying jar
A wonderful way to introduce the concept of Factorials. Book can be used year six onwards. A must for any teacher and at least a class set for the school. Read more
Published on March 10, 2007 by Mr. K. Ramakrishnan
5.0 out of 5 stars
Anno's Mysterious Multiplying Jar
Great math problem for multiplication. Great for showing multiplication of factors.
Published on February 20, 2007 by Tamyra Williams
5.0 out of 5 stars
This is an all-time classic. Every home with kids in it should have...
'Nuff said.
Published on February 27, 2006 by 'probabilist
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Terrific Teaching Tool
I read this book to a first grader and a fifth grader. The first grader immediately observed that with the turn of each page, there was one more picture, i.e. Read more
Published on September 24, 2004 by M. Standeford
5.0 out of 5 stars
A Great Book To Introduce Multiplication
I teach third grade. Every year I use this book with my multiplication unit. The kids love it, and my TAG students are always challenged by the concept.
Published on July 30, 2001
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