Plus One

Math today is about more than numbers - even in the early grades, children are asked to understand phrases like "all but," "only," and "more than." Too often, young students guess at pictures without fully comprehending the question. For many children, the challenge lies not in the math itself, but in accurately reading and understanding the words.

The Read and See Math series addresses this need by presenting math as language first. Children encounter the equation written entirely in words, read for meaning, and only then turn the brightly colored page to reveal the symbolic equation and visual representation. This approach builds math vocabulary, reinforces careful reading, and reduces reliance on guesswork from pictures. By rewarding accurate reading with engaging visuals, these books strengthen vocabulary, comprehension, and confidence - providing a supportive bridge between reading comprehension and mathematical problem-solving, while laying the foundation for success with today's word-problem-based math programs.


Do you get distracted by the pictures while learning to read?

If so, this book is for you!

First, read only the text.

Then, get rewarded by flipping the brightly colored page to see the picture!

Independently learn to read mathematical numbers and symbols written out in words, while also learning to add one. This "Read and See Math Series" book focuses on adding one to a number. Learn to read without the initial distraction of illustrations. Focus on the words, then see the illustration and numerical equation to see if you are correct.

Learn to read the spelled-out form of numbers and math operators while also learning to add one!