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Give Me Half! (MathStart Level 2)

MathStart Level 2 seriesNext:Get Up and Go!(1996) →

How do you share a pizza? You split it in half! Two siblings split a yummy lunch and discover that using fractions can be messy. This hilarious book written by Stuart J. Murphy and illustrated by G. Brian Karas introduces the simplest of fractions: 1/2.

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This is a Level 2 MathStart book, which is perfect for kids ages 6 and up. The MathStart series uses funny stories and colorful art to show kids that they use math every day, even outside of the classroom! Each book features an activity guide to have fun with the math concepts presented in the story.

Supports the Common Core Learning Standards

Audience
childrenspicture books
Length
short · 40 pages

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