Description

One hungry fox with two sly eyes is on the prowl . . . three plump hens had better watch out! Rich and colorful illustrations plunge the reader into a dramatic and exciting story set in a moonlit farmyard.

With something different to count on each page, this gripping tale introduces page-turning tension to young readers in an age-appropriate way. Great for early education and read alouds, this fun numbers introduction has a hugely satisfying ending that's sure to delight! Pluck up this one up for your little math enthusiast today and check out the available activity kit online.

Also by Kate Read: Hey! A Colorful Mystery, a perfect selection on color vocabulary for budding artists.

"Stunning... Count on requests for many readings." --School Library Journal, STARRED REVIEW

Ezra Jack Keats New Illustrator Honor Book
Recipient of the Mathical Book Prize Charlotte Zolotow Award (Highly Commended)
Parents' Choice Gold Award Recipient
An ALSC Notable Children's Book
A Capitol Choices Noteworthy Book for Children and Teens
Cybils (Fiction Picture Books)
A Bank Street Best Children's Book of the Year
A NYPL Best Book for Kids
A CCBC Choice