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SORT IT OUT!
​Author: Barbara Mariconda 
​Illustrator: Sherry Rogers

Number of pages: 32
Publisher: Arbordale Publishing (USA)
First published in: 2008
Format: Picturebook

Is the mathematical focus explicit in the story? Yes
Is this story part of a mathematics story series? Yes (Arbordale's Math Books)

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Synopsis by the author/publisher
Packy the Packrat's mother has had enough! It's time that he sorts through his ever-growing collection of trinkets and puts them away. Told in rhyme, the text leads the reader to participate in the sorting process by categorizing Packy's piles of things according to like characteristics and attributes. The reader response is worked into the rhyme, building a sense of anticipation. The illustrations include a humorous subplot about Packy's sister, who enjoys pilfering some of his things for her own enjoyment. Children will relate to the idea of having a collection of favorite objects and the satisfaction that comes from examining and admiring these collectibles. 

“The locket, umbrella, and book that he chose, these are all things you can open and the sandpaper, pinecone, and brush sure enough are all some things that feel scratchy.”

Recommended age range: 
5 years old + 

Relevant mathematics topics: 
Sorting & Classifying

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