CouNt on Me 1 2 3
written by J.B. Frank
illustrated by Ela Smietanka
Familius, 2021
ISBN 978–1‑64170–438‑0
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Though many things in the world are uncertain, there are some people we can always count on—so let’s count them! In this colorful board book filled with adorable, diverse characters, children count the everyday heroes around them from 10 crossing guards and 9 firefighters down to 2 parents, and of course, 1 you!
RESOURCES
Podcast: Reading with Your Kids, interview with Dr. Carla Manly, “Who Can We Count On?”
praise
“Readers will enjoy counting down with these visuals.” (Kirkus Reviews)
“Kids need the stability that comes with certainty. That’s why you can count on this book to be a winner.” (Betsy Bird, Fuse #8, School Library Journal)
“Everyone knows you can count numbers. This delightful book also shows children they can count on people, including themselves.” (Laurie Wallmark, award-winning children’s author)
“Count On Me 123 reminds children that their world is full of people who care for and about them. And, that children can count on each other and themselves for love and kindness too. A much needed reminder for all of us.” (Caren Stelson, author of A Bowl Full of Peace: A True Story and Sachiko: A Nagasaki Bomb Survivor’s Story)