Counting from one to ten has never been this thrilling
An Ezra Jack Keats New Illustrator Honor Book
"Stunning... Count on requests for many readings." --School Library Journal, STARRED REVIEW
"Little ones will eagerly count in subsequent readings as they also learn new descriptive vocabulary and cheer for the brave hens." --Kirkus Reviews, STARRED REVIEW
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, learning to count from one to ten has never been so thrilling
This surprisingly simple counting book with a gripping tale, great for early education and read-alouds, has a hugely satisfying ending that's sure to delight generations.
Activity Kit available
Ezra Jack Keats New Illustrator Honor Award - Ezra Jack Keats Foundation, de Grummond Children's Literature Collection
Mathical Book Prize (PreK) - Mathical Sciences Research Institute (MSRI) / CBC / NCTE / NCTM
Parents' Choice Gold Award - Parents' Choice Foundation
Notable Children's Books - ALSC
Capitol Choices Noteworthy Books for Children and Teens - Capitol Choices
Cybils (Fiction Picture Books) - Cybils
Charlotte Zolotow Award (Highly Commended) - Cooperative Children's Book Center
Outstanding International Books - United States Board on Books for Young People
Best Children's Books of the Year - Bank Street College of Education
Best Books for Kids - New York Public Library
CCBC Choices (Concept Books) - Cooperative Children's Book Center