Little 1

by Ann Rand, Paul Rand (Illustrator)

Originally published in 1962, this exuberant picture book was illustrated and designed by Paul Rand, one of the most influential graphic designers of the twentieth century. The text by Ann Rand is filled with clever wordplay and not only tells the engaging story of Little 1 and his quest for a friend, but makes learning numbers and simple addition positively fun.

Genres: Picture Books, Childrens, Art, Mathematics, American, Kids, Fiction

40 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1962

Reviews

[Jenny · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a sweet little story with lovely simple drawings. It has some simple math and a happy ending.

[Lily · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book. Good to read to little ones. (:

[Miranti Banyuning Bumi · Rating 5 out of 5]

Sweet little book :), tidak hanya mengajarkan tentang angka 1-10 bagi anak-anak, tapi juga ada pesan tentang persahabatan di dalamnya. So heart warming and classic!

[Julie Grace Immink · Rating 5 out of 5]

Always add 1 more to the party

[Kelly Holmes · Rating 3 out of 5]

Cute story about numbers with simple, colorful illustrations. My only problem with this book is the rhyme--reading it out loud, it's hard to find a rhythm to it, so it just feels awkward a lot of the time.

[LINDA · Rating 1 out of 5]

Cute, but the message is a little exclusionary. Poor little 1 really goes through quite a rigmarole before little 1 finally finds a friend in number 0. I think this book's message might make a child feel overly cautions when approaching groups of other children playing.

[Siskiyou-Suzy · Rating 2 out of 5]

I thought I already reviewed this, but I guess I didn't, and I can't really remember much to say much about it. It didn't make an impression on me. The idea of little 1/little one was sort of cute and sweet, but I'm not that into the number metaphor thing.

[Erin · Rating 5 out of 5]

beaaaautiful...lovelovelove.

[Page · Rating 5 out of 5]

SO GREAT! We have really been working on numbers around here since Logan has developed an interest in time, etc. This book is great-great pictures, great numbers, a little addition too.

[aubrey · Rating 3 out of 5]

i love the look of this book. originally published in the 60's, i love the illustrations and the color blocking. the story is a little bit sad but a good counting book for kids.

[Jen · Rating 5 out of 5]

teaches counting/friendship. great line drawings.

[Danielle]

Delicious design.

[Michele · Rating 4 out of 5]

Sweet story of the number 1 realizing his value.