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The History of Counting
Denise Schmandt-Besserat, Michael Hays
Hardcover (Collins, Aug. 25, 1999)Drawing on years of research, a renowned archaeologist traces the evolution of counting. She shows how the concept of numbers came about, how various societies answered the question "How many?," and how our modern-day decimal system was developed. Engrossing and enlightening, this fascinating book introduces children to one of our most important inventions. 00-01 Utah Book Award (Informational Books) Notable Children's Trade Books in the Field of Social Studies 2000, National Council for SS & Child. Book Council
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The History of Counting
Denise Schmandt-Besserat, Michael Hays
Library Binding (HarperCollins, Aug. 25, 1999)Drawing on years of research, a renowned archaeologist traces the evolution of counting. She shows how the concept of numbers came about, how various societies answered the question "How many?," and how our modern-day decimal system was developed. Engrossing and enlightening, this fascinating book introduces children to one of our most important inventions. 00-01 Utah Book Award (Informational Books) Notable Children's Trade Books in the Field of Social Studies 2000, National Council for SS & Child. Book Council
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The history of Count Zinzendorf
Favell Lee Mortimer
Unknown Binding (Lane & Scott, for the Sunday School Union of the Methodist Episcopal Church, March 15, 1850)None