SIX FEET LONG AND THREE FEET WIDE
Author: Jeannie Billington
Illustrator: Nicola Smee
Number of pages: 24
Publisher: Walker Books (UK) First published in: 1999 Format: Picturebook Is the mathematical focus explicit in the story? Yes Is this story part of a mathematics story series? Yes (Maths Together) Click here to preview and/or purchase this book via the Amazon (UK) website Synopsis by the author/publisher
Six Feet Long and Three Feet Wide is one of the Maths Together series, an ealy numeracy programme for parents and children to share. The set contains six picture books designed to introduce children, simply and enjoyably, to basic mathematical ideas. Each book contains detailed support notes. |
“"Father," said Damdiny in a small voice. He placed his foot next to Nasan's. "You measured Erdine with your feet, and your feet are almost twice as big as mine."”
Recommended age range:
6 years old +
Relevant mathematics topics:
Length & Distance
Possible teaching activities:
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6 years old +
Relevant mathematics topics:
Length & Distance
Possible teaching activities:
At MathsThroughStories.org, we believe that stories can be meaningfully incorporated in mathematics teaching in different ways. Thus, we are inviting you to share your experience of how you have used this story in your mathematics lesson with other members of the community. By sharing your experience with us, you will be added to our team of On-line Contributors here, where you can also find our submission guideline.