Zero. Zip. Zilch. Nada. That’s what all the other numbers think of Zero. He doesn’t add anything in addition. He’s of no use in division. And don’t even ask what he does in multiplication. (Hint: Poof!) But Zero knows he’s worth a lot, and when the other numbers get into trouble, he swoops in to prove that his talents are innumerable.
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“…cartoon energy and amusing visual asides, this story does for numbers what Laurie Keller did for states…”--Booklist
“This tale not only reinforces mathematical principles, but also has a great message about friendship and personal feelings. It can be read aloud, alone, or performed as reader’s theater.”--School Library Journal
“Read this aloud to whet the new reader’s appetite, but there is just so much to see that only a slow reading, with a magnifying glass in hand, will do.”--Horn Book Magazine
“…features walking, talking written characters (digits, in this case, rather than letters), accompanied by Lichtenheld’s snappy, cartoon-style art.” --Publishers Weekly
"A hero and some villains and good winning over evil (oh, and all that educational stuff, too), all wrapped in humor and tied with a comic bow—what could be better?" --Kirkus Reviews
About the Author
Joan Holub has authored and/or illustrated over 120 children's books, including Shampoodle and Groundhog Weather School. She lives in Raleigh, North Carolina.
Tom Lichtenheld has written and illustrated many popular books for children, including Cloudette and Bridget’s Beret. He is also the illustrator of the New York Times–bestselling books, Duck! Rabbit! and Shark vs. Train. He lives in Geneva, Illinois.
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This is an excellent introduction to the mathematical concept of zero that will excite young children!
Feb 28 2012
By D. Fowler
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Format:Hardcover
Zero stood proud and tall on a step stool with several other numbers on either side of him and announced, "From now on, call me ZERO the HERO!" Yeah, right. They looked at him in his crazy superhero getup, rolled their eyes and poked fun of him. Seriously, what was this guy thinking? All the other numbers had a special purpose, but Zero really didn't seem to fit in or play their games because he wasn't a counting number. Everyone knows that there are one little, two little, three little Indians allllll the way up to ten, but who ever heard of zero little Indians?
All the other numbers felt that Zero was so useless he'd never be able to play with them and number five declared, "Well, tough noogies. He's not a counting number so he can't play." When he tagged along with number one, he could be a ten, but sometimes Zero was mistaken for a donut (with sprinkles no less!). When Zero was added to or subtracted from any other number they stayed the same. Division made him look like a dud. Multiplication scared `em all away because everyone knows what happens when you multiply a number by zero. Nothing, nada, zilch ... zero. How could Zero (who wasn't looking quite like a hero) possibly show everyone just how special he really was?
This is an excellent introduction to the mathematical concept of zero that will excite young children. Zero the Hero is a fun and fabulous way to introduce children to the many uses zero has in mathematics. Each page comes alive with Tom Lichtenheld's vibrant artwork as the numbers talk to one another. In these pages we learn about several concepts emphasizing the importance of the zero and are briefly introduced to Roman numerals. The picture book format is more welcoming to many children and these concepts will create the foundation for several concepts, including the fact that zero is used as a placeholder. Undoubtedly, several activities can be created using this book as a stepping stone. This would be an excellent addition to any homeschool or classroom shelf!
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All the other numbers felt that Zero was so useless he'd never be able to play with them and number five declared, "Well, tough noogies. He's not a counting number so he can't play." When he tagged along with number one, he could be a ten, but sometimes Zero was mistaken for a donut (with sprinkles no less!). When Zero was added to or subtracted from any other number they stayed the same. Division made him look like a dud. Multiplication scared `em all away because everyone knows what happens when you multiply a number by zero. Nothing, nada, zilch ... zero. How could Zero (who wasn't looking quite like a hero) possibly show everyone just how special he really was?
This is an excellent introduction to the mathematical concept of zero that will excite young children. Zero the Hero is a fun and fabulous way to introduce children to the many uses zero has in mathematics. Each page comes alive with Tom Lichtenheld's vibrant artwork as the numbers talk to one another. In these pages we learn about several concepts emphasizing the importance of the zero and are briefly introduced to Roman numerals. The picture book format is more welcoming to many children and these concepts will create the foundation for several concepts, including the fact that zero is used as a placeholder. Undoubtedly, several activities can be created using this book as a stepping stone. This would be an excellent addition to any homeschool or classroom shelf!
This book courtesy of the publisher.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
My Son Loves This Book
April 17 2012
By Book Worm Mom
- Published on Amazon.com
Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase
My son (a kindergartener) loves this book, even though I doubt he understands how clever it is. He loves the illustrations and the comic-strip like conversations between the numbers. It is a very clever book that I'm sure older kids, who would catch on to the story better, would absolutely love. Okay, I admit...I love the book too.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great for kids. Shows importance of reading
April 19 2013
By fivemile13
- Published on Amazon.com
Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase
My son is in love with this book. And it is hilarious. And the words that come out when E is replaced by O are great.
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