Chicka Chicka 1-2-3 Hardcover Book | Rhyming Counting Story for Preschool & Kindergarten
Add a timeless favorite to your classroom library with the Chicka Chicka 1-2-3 Hardcover Book, a beloved story that blends rhythm, rhyme, and numbers to captivate young learners. Written by Bill Martin Jr. and Michael Sampson and illustrated in the iconic style of Lois Ehlert, this engaging picture book is the perfect resource for introducing foundational numeracy skills to children in preschool and kindergarten.
The story follows a lively adventure where numbers race up the apple tree, making counting fun and memorable. Its rhythmic, sing-song text invites participation, prediction, and repetition—key strategies for developing early literacy and phonemic awareness. As children chant along, they strengthen language skills while building familiarity with numbers and sequencing.
The hardcover edition ensures durability, making it suitable for repeated classroom use in circle time, math lessons, or read-aloud sessions. At ages 3 and up, children will delight in the bold, colorful illustrations that bring the numbers to life, reinforcing number recognition, counting to 20 and beyond, and early math concepts in a playful way.
Educators will appreciate how easily Chicka Chicka 1-2-3 can be integrated into both literacy and math centers, serving as a bridge between storytelling and hands-on number activities. Whether paired with manipulatives, dramatic play, or classroom discussions, this classic children’s book provides countless opportunities for active learning.
The Chicka Chicka 1-2-3 Hardcover Book is more than just a read-aloud—it’s a classroom staple that inspires a love of reading, supports early math development, and creates a joyful foundation for lifelong learning.
- Beloved Counting Story – Written by Bill Martin Jr. and Michael Sampson, with Lois Ehlert’s iconic illustrations, this book blends rhyme, rhythm, and numbers.
- Engaging Literacy Tool – Rhythmic, sing-song text encourages participation, prediction, and repetition, strengthening early literacy and phonemic awareness.
- Durable Classroom Edition – Hardcover format ensures long-lasting use for circle time, math lessons, or read-aloud sessions.
- Supports Early Math Skills – Reinforces number recognition, sequencing, and counting beyond 20 through colorful visuals and interactive storytelling.
- Versatile Teaching Resource – Perfect for literacy and math centers, pairing with manipulatives or group activities to promote active learning and creativity.
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