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Rosenthal, Amy Krouse

This Plus That: Life's Little Equations

40 pp. | HarperCollins/Harper | May, 2011 | Trade ISBN 978-0-06-172655-2 $14.99
(3) K-3 Illustrated by Jen Corace. A series of simple equations and companion illustrations sum up various childhood experiences ("barefoot + screen door + popsicles = summer") and life lessons ("blaming + eye rolling ≠ sincere apology"). The equation/art pairings serve, in effect, as mini-vignettes, and are thoughtful and well chosen. Corace's illustrations have a (mostly) retro vibe that works well with Rosenthal's arithmetical musings.
Reviewer: Tanya D. Auger

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