Numbers, Numbers Everywhere - Hardcover

by Magda Gargulakova (Author), Sean Longcroft (Illustrator)

Math is not just numbers on a page. It's part of everyday life.

This engaging math book for kids shows how numbers are used all around us, from shopping and cooking to travel, games, and daily routines. Across 17 short, easy-to-follow chapters, young readers discover how math appears in real-life situations and why it is useful, practical, and nothing to be afraid of. By connecting numbers to familiar environments, the book helps kids see math as something they already use every day.

Perfect for children who may feel unsure about math, this child-friendly nonfiction book builds confidence by presenting numbers in a clear, visual, and relatable way. A final interactive double-page spread invites readers to try out what they have learned, reinforcing key concepts through hands-on thinking. Ideal for independent reading, classroom support, or home learning, this book helps kids understand that math is a helpful tool they can use with confidence.

Key Features:

• Real-Life Math for Kids: Shows how numbers are used in everyday situations and environments.


• Makes Math Feel Friendly and Accessible: Breaks down a subject that can feel intimidating into clear examples.


• 17 Short, Engaging Chapters: Keeps learning manageable and enjoyable.


• Interactive Final Activity Spread: Encourages kids to apply their new knowledge.


• Great for Elementary Readers: Ideal for kids building confidence in math and problem solving.

For more than 75 years, Albatros Media has been crafting original and innovative children's books that are both playful and educational, fostering curiosity and a love of learning in young minds. From novelty and board books to picture books, pop ups, and nonfiction, Albatros Media is dedicated to creating high-quality books that inspire imagination and discovery.

Author Biography

Magda Gargulakova has a degree in Art History and is a co-founder and also curator of the OFF/FORMAT gallery in Brno, Czech Republic, which exhibits and promotes contemporary progressive art, mostly by young artists. She worked for a time in marketing, but her love affair with books has been a long one. For OFF/FORMAT, she has edited and published several art publications. Since 2019, she has added to this experience as an editor of literature for very young readers at Albatros Media, using her two daughters for quality control.