What Number Is That? – Early Years Number Recognition Book by Moonstone – Ages 2-5 – Hardback

Condition: New. Format: Hardback. ISBN: 9789370035744. Publisher: Rupa Publications. Age Range: Ages 2-5. Overview. What Number Is That? is a bright, interactive hardback designed to introduce the very youngest learners to numbers through everyday objects they already love. Published by Rupa Publications under the trusted Moonstone early-learning imprint, this title turns number recognition into a playful discovery game rather than a classroom drill. With bold illustrations and a gentle, repetitive structure, it is built specifically for toddlers and preschoolers taking their first steps into counting, making it an ideal addition to any early years bookshelf or nursery reading corner.. About the Book. What Number Is That? invites curious little learners to hear, see, and guess as each colourful page reveals a new numeral paired with familiar, friendly imagery. Rather than relying on flashcards or rote memorisation, the book uses a storyline-driven, question-and-answer style that keeps toddlers actively engaged from cover to cover. Every spread is carefully paced so that one number is introduced at a time, reinforcing the vital link between a spoken quantity and its written symbol before moving on to the next. The large, clear typography and vivid artwork are designed to hold short attention spans while gently building confidence with numerals from first encounters through to independent recognition. Produced as a sturdy hardback, the book is built to withstand enthusiastic little hands and repeated bedtime or storytime sessions, making it a durable companion through the toddler and preschool years. Parents looking to support early years foundational maths at home, and nursery or pre-school practitioners seeking supplementary number-recognition resources, will find this book slots neatly into daily routines without feeling like formal schoolwork. By presenting numbers as part of a fun, visual journey rather than an academic exercise, Moonstone has created a book that nurtures genuine curiosity about counting from a very early age.. Introduces number recognition through bright, engaging illustrations. Sturdy hardback format built for little hands and repeated reading. Simple, repetitive structure ideal for toddlers and preschoolers. Encourages independent exploration as well as guided parent-led reading. Perfect gift for birthdays, nursery starts, or early learning milestones. About the Author. Moonstone is the dedicated early-learning imprint behind a growing range of age-specific books published by Rupa Publications, created by a team committed to bringing fresh, research-backed content to young children. Their titles are planned with careful attention to each stage of a child’s development, blending education with entertainment so that learning never feels like a chore. Across subjects from numbers and colours to phonics and reasoning, Moonstone’s books are designed to help children stand out, building core skills through genuinely enjoyable reading experiences.. Why You’ll Love This Book. Bright, friendly, and beautifully paced, What Number Is That? makes early numeracy feel like play. It’s a sturdy, giftable hardback that toddlers will want to return to again and again as their number confidence grows.. Please Note: Cover design may vary slightly by print run; ISBN and edition are as listed above.