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That's a Possibility!: A Book About What Might Happen Hardcover – Picture Book, June 4, 2013

by Bruce Goldstone (Author)
4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 38 ratings
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With colorful photographs and interactive examples, Bruce Goldstone's That's a Possibility introduces children to the ideas of something being possible, probable, or impossible.

Each spread features an easy-to-understand scenario such as dice rolling, with questions about probable outcomes and simple explanations. In the vein of Great Estimations, this is a perfect book for getting across important math concepts in a fun way.

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  1. Reading age
    7 - 10 years
  2. Print length
    32 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Grade level
    Preschool - Kindergarten
  5. Lexile measure
    AD580L
  6. Dimensions
    8.66 x 0.35 x 11.42 inches
  7. Publisher
    Henry Holt and Co. (BYR)
  8. Publication date
    June 4, 2013
  9. ISBN-10
    0805089985
  10. ISBN-13
    978-0805089981
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K-Gr 4–As he did in Great Estimations (Holt, 2006), Goldstone takes a mathematical concept and makes it easily understandable for children and great fun as well. Using a question/answer format, he explains possibility, impossibility, probability, improbability, and certainty. Each concept is accompanied by photographs that are not only sharp and clear, but that also employ colors that make the pictures really pop. Varying sizes and fonts add interest, and the subjects that Goldstone has chosen to illustrate the concepts have a great deal of child appeal. The pages featuring combinations have adorable Squidgy the Bear dressed in the 100 outfits made possible by his possessing 10 shirts and 10 pairs of pants. It's “bearly possible” to predict which outfit he will wear because of the 1 in 100 odds. This book will be a boon to teachers working with these concepts, and it will attract browsers as well. A first purchase.–Grace Oliff, Ann Blanche Smith School, Hillsdale, NJα(c) Copyright 2013. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.

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There’s a strong possibility that children will be intrigued by this flashy introduction to the math concept of probability. Sumptuous and delectable photos of a wide range of items, such as gum balls, colorful balloons, goldfish, flowers, parrots, and a teddy bear (with 100 outfits no less!), fill the pages and are used to demonstrate what constitutes possible, impossible, certain, probable, unlikely, and so forth. The concepts are put forth simply in a few sentences with questions directed at the reader. For example, alongside a photo of a child jumping into water is text that reads, “What will probably happen when this jumper hits the water?” This is a sterling example of how to make a potentially difficult and possibly off-putting topic easy to swallow. Children who have devoured this will not be prepared for Probability 101, nor will it help them win the lottery, but it is a fine, playful introduction and—as Goldstone suggests in the author’s note—it could help them articulate their ideas when discussing possibilities. Grades 1-4. --Randall Enos

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Henry Holt and Co. (BYR); First Edition (June 4, 2013)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 32 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0805089985
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0805089981
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 7 - 10 years
  • Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ AD580L
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ Preschool - Kindergarten
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 12.8 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8.66 x 0.35 x 11.42 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 38 ratings

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Bruce Goldstone

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I’ve been a writer since I was a kid growing up in Ohio, but I’ve always dabbled in art and design as well. These days, my main job is writing textbooks, but I also do graphics for a New York theater company. I’m thrilled that I found a way to combine these interests in my own books.

Starting with the Great Estimations series, I’ve had a lot to do with how my books look. For those two books, I was the photo stylist, which meant I got to spend hours counting and arranging macaroni elbows, google eyes, fake cockroaches, and rubber ducks. And then beginning with 100 Ways to Celebrate 100 Days, I started taking some photos for my books, too. (I don’t have much room here, so if you see a photo of something like an elephant in one of my books, chances are pretty good that I didn’t take that one.)

Books have always been a big part of my life, from buying dusty old paperbacks in any used bookstore I could find to my first job, shelving books as a page at the Shaker Heights Public Library. I even love that word: I was a page!

In 2002, I decided it was about time I learned to speak a foreign language, so I started taking Spanish lessons. One of the biggest joys of this ongoing project/struggle has been learning to read literature in another language. These days I feel just as proud and excited to finish a book in Spanish as I did when I first read Half Magic, Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, or The Once and Future King.

Oh, about those textbooks. I’ve written thousands of pages in pretty much any subject you can think of, from reading and math to social studies and science. I try to make them as interesting as possible, but even so, I’d like to officially apologize for any math problems or grammar worksheets that any of my readers found particularly annoying.

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Carol Hjulberg
5.0 out of 5 stars Probably the best book about probability
Reviewed in the United States on September 2, 2016
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This book begins with the concept of possibility explained in a way even young children can understand. As you read through the book, it becomes progressively more challenging, so as you notice when your child is losing interest you can stop, put it aside, and then continue as your child becomes older and is able to deal with more depth. My 5 year old grandson really enjoyed the beginning pages and laughed at the possibilities presented at the beginning. As it became more detailed by page 23, he was done. A few days later, he enjoyed looking at the beginning pages again, laughing, and then put it down when he turned to page 23. It will be fun to see how his mind grows into dealing with these more difficult concepts. The pictures are beautiful. Very colorful and vivid in their presentation. The words, probably, possibility, impossible, likely, improbable, are used throughout and can easily enhance a younger child's vocabulary.
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5.0 out of 5 stars So good we bought it for another grandchild!
Reviewed in the United States on February 25, 2020
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Terrific book for kids learning about numbers and what they mean in everyday life. So it's math, probability studies and fun.
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Shannon Burtoft
5.0 out of 5 stars A wonderful introduction to probability
Reviewed in the United States on May 14, 2015
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A wonderful introduction to probability. It introduces kids to the vocabulary and concepts of things like "possible", "likely", "probable" and "improbable".

The pictures are great. Good for a single kid or reading to a class.
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Aashail
1.0 out of 5 stars One Star
Reviewed in the United States on August 11, 2014
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More for 3- 4 year old set. Not for older kids.
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westsidecarrie
5.0 out of 5 stars Delightful illustrations and fun way to learn about estimating/increasing math skills.
Reviewed in the United States on December 6, 2017
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Great way to help kids learn about estimating/math. Fun, colorful, vibrant illustrations make it a delight for kids.
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5.0 out of 5 stars A masterly presentation of probability to children.
Reviewed in the United States on January 29, 2015
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Outstanding book. Kids love it and so do I. Goldstone is a genius, and his book is a masterpiece. Any child who reads will master the fundamental notions of probability.
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Russell Person
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book to teach probability!
Reviewed in the United States on May 23, 2014
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Is it possible, probable, likely or certain? Bruce uses wonderful photos to show you what probability terms mean. Easy to understand and entertaining. Check out his estimating books.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Smart and Fun
Reviewed in the United States on June 6, 2013
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I just got this and it's great. Smart, fun writing and design. There's a high probability that you will love this book. What else is there to say?
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Tessa Brown
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in Canada on June 1, 2018
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Its a good book for teaching probability to students. Best for students in grade 5-8. Showed up on time.
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Silvia V. Lamb
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book for my primary class!
Reviewed in Canada on April 28, 2019
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This book is great for teaching the concept of probability!
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Amanda
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent book for all
Reviewed in Canada on October 31, 2013
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Excellent book for all ages! Even my 4-year-old began to grasp nearly all the mathematical concepts in the book. Very well written with great pictures!
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