(3) K-3 Illustrated by Maranda Maberry. McKellar keeps the tone light without sacrificing any content as she teaches--and demystifies--"new math" strategies for adding and subtracting with one-, two-, and three-digit numbers. She explains the concepts clearly and puts her own spin on everything from ten frames, number bonds, and part-part-whole boxes to regrouping, ungrouping, and mental math tips. Amusing cartoon illustrations feature McKellar bantering with mathphobic Mr. Mouse. Glos., ind.

Reviewer: Tanya D. Auger

(4) PS Illustrated by Alicia Padrón. Each spread introduces a number ("Good night, four paws. / Good night, kitty cat. / Goodnight, four froggies / on the bathroom mat"), while soft bedtime scenes contain what's described plus corresponding sets of objects (four rubber ducks, four towels, etc.). Though the rhyming text is lackluster, kids may enjoy scouring the pictures for items to count. Notes provide adult-aimed tips for using the purposeful book.

Reviewer: Rachel L. Smith