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Children begin to understand how symbols and pattern systems work

Learning about letters, numbers, symbols and patterns

15 books for this outcome

View details for Alphabetical Sydney
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Alphabetical Sydney

by Antonia Pesenti Illustrated by Hilary Bell

Ages 5-10 years

An alphabetical journey through Sydney, Australia's iconic harbor city. Each letter showcases famous landmarks, cultural sites, and unique features of Sydney, combining alphabet learning with geography and cultural education. A perfect introduction to one of the world's great cities through the lens of learning.

Australia Literacy
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Circle

by Mac Barnett Illustrated by Jon Klassen

Ages 3-7 years

Circle and Square are friends, but when Circle tells Square about a scary shape-shifter, they decide to investigate. This gentle story explores friendship, truth-telling, and facing fears together.

Friendship Numeracy Courage and Bravery
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Counting on Frank

by Rod Clement

Ages 5-10 years

A boy uses his dog Frank as a unit of measurement to figure out mathematical problems and estimate quantities in his everyday world. This humourous book makes math fun and accessible while encouraging mathematical thinking.

Numeracy Problem Solving
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Hickory Dickory Dash

by Tony Wilson Illustrated by Laura Wood

Ages 3-7 years

A playful twist on the classic nursery rhyme where various animals race up and down the clock instead of just one mouse. This rhyming story is perfect for young children who love familiar patterns and energetic animal adventures.

Literacy Numeracy Animals
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Meerkat Mayhem

by Mem Fox Illustrated by Judy Horacek

Ages 3-7 years

A counting book that follows increasingly chaotic situations with meerkats from 1 to 10. As more meerkats appear, the mayhem grows, creating a humourous story that teaches numbers while celebrating the playful nature of these social animals.

Animals Numeracy
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Mr Archimedes' Bath

by Pamela Allen

Ages 4-8 years

Mr Archimedes notices his bath water level changes when his animal friends join him, leading to experiments about displacement and volume. This story introduces basic scientific concepts through a fun bath-time mystery.

Numeracy STEAM Problem Solving
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Once Upon An Alphabet

by Oliver Jeffers

Ages 4-8 years

A creative alphabet book where each letter tells its own short story. Oliver Jeffers transforms the traditional ABC format into a collection of imaginative mini-narratives that engage young readers with humour and wit.

Literacy
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Square

by Mac Barnett Illustrated by Jon Klassen

Ages 3-7 years

Square works every day to push blocks out of a cave, but when his friend Circle declares him an artist, Square tries to create a sculpture. A simple story about art, friendship, and self-discovery through creative expression.

Numeracy Friendship Creativity
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The Magic Hat

by Mem Fox Illustrated by Tricia Tusa

Ages 3-7 years

A wizard's hat blows away in the wind and lands on different animals, magically transforming them in silly and unexpected ways. This rhyming story celebrates transformation, magic, and the joy of silliness.

Animals Literacy
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The Pear in the Pear Tree

by Pamela Allen

Ages 3-7 years

When John and Jane went out walking what did they see? They saw a pear in the pear tree. This humourous rhyming story tells of their attempts to reach the pear through persistence and teamwork, and the sweet reward of sharing success with friends.

Problem Solving Friendship Collaboration Persistence
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The Waterhole

by Graeme Base

Ages 4-10 years

A counting book that follows various animals as they visit a waterhole during a drought. As the water level drops, fewer animals can be sustained, teaching both counting and environmental concepts about water scarcity.

Animals Environment and Sustainability Responsibility
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Triangle

by Mac Barnett Illustrated by Jon Klassen

Ages 3-7 years

Triangle decides to play a sneaky trick on his friend Square, but his prank doesn't go as planned. A clever tale about friendship, feelings and learning that our actions have unexpected consequences.

Friendship Numeracy Emotions
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Uno's Garden

by Graeme Base

Ages 5-10 years

Uno loves the forest and its wildlife, but as more people discover his paradise, the natural balance changes. This counting book explores environmental themes while teaching numbers and the concept of carrying capacity. A thought-provoking counting story about the delicate balance between human development and nature conservation.

Numeracy Environment and Sustainability
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Where Is The Green Sheep?

by Mem Fox Illustrated by Judy Horacek

Ages 1-5 years

A delightful search for the green sheep among many other sheep with different characteristics. This simple, rhythmic story teaches colors, opposites, and descriptive words while engaging young readers in a playful guessing game.

Literacy Animals
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Why I Love Australia

by Bronwyn Bancroft

Ages 4-8 years

A stunning visual journey across Australia, from dramatic gorges to snowy mountains, from bustling cities to peaceful rainforests. This book captures the beauty and diversity of Country through vibrant artwork and poetic words.

Australia Creativity Environment and Sustainability Indigenous Themes, Authors and Illustrators Self Identity