How many hairs does a cat have? That is one of the questions Greater Estimations poses. This is a wonderful, unique book. It talks about estimating large numbers, length, weight, area, and volume, etc. in a way that’s fun and easy to understand. I’d recommend it for 3rd grade and above.
The book explains at least three different estimation techniques:
- eye training (training your eyes to recognize groups of ten)
- clump counting
- box and count
Each page has “hints” at the bottom to help with the concepts.
Estimation is such an important lifelong skill. Every person subconsciously uses it every day. I have a few different estimation resources in my TpT store. Estimating Dice and Dominoes is one of my favorites. Have you read Greater Estimations by Bruce Goldstone?
~Carrie
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I haven’t heard of this book before! Looks like a wonderful way to work on math vocabulary, too.
I agree, Mary! Perfect for math vocabulary.
Thanks!
Carrie
Thanks for linking up! I’ve never seen this book either, I’ll have to add it to my math book list! 🙂
Thanks for hosting, Scarlett! This one is a great addition to any math book list! (=
Carrie
I love this kind of book that teaches and is so fun at the same time! Thanks so much for linking up at Booknificent Thursday on Mommynificent.com this week!
Tina
Thanks, Tina!
Carrie