Prereaders learn to count numbers in Farmer Dillo Counts His Chickens, a concept picture book by Jesse Adams and illustrated by Julie Speer and David Rogers. On a bright morning in Sundown, Farmer Dillo decides to gather some eggs from his chickens. But to his surprise, the door of the coop is open, and the chickens are gone! Follow Farmer Dillo from fields to woods to his own front porch as he searches for each cleverly camouflaged chicken. - Publisher.

"Can you help Farmer Ann count all of her chickens? "How many chickens are on the farm? Learn to count to ten" is a colorful picture book for children aged 2 to 5 years. Your child will have fun exploring the farm. As your child finds the chickens, they will learn to count from 1 to 10!"--page [4] of cover.

For fans of Richard Scarry, a cute-as-a-button picture book featuring dozens of chickens as they set out for the county fair! Chickens, chickens everywhere -- going to the county fair! Follow a family of chickens as they prepare for their big outing. You'll see chickens wondering what to wear, baking pies, painting their toes and knitting socks. A stroll through town reveals that everyone else is excited for the festivities too. There are so many sights to see! Over there we see racers sprinting to the finish line. Over here, farmers showing off their best crops. Clowns, entertainers and musicians take the stage. And don't forget the rides: the Ferris wheel, super slide and merry-go-round. Grab some cotton candy and popcorn, because this very silly book will entertain and challenge young readers with searching and counting elements.

A brief profile of African American poet Langston Hughes accompanies some of his better known poems for children.

Counting Chickens: A Silly Farm Fable is a delightful children's counting book that takes young readers on a fun-filled journey across a farm that is home to some very silly chickens. From one little chicken saying hello to ten little chickens fast asleep, this interactive book engages children with its vibrant illustrations and catchy rhymes. As they turn each page, children will enjoy counting the chickens and joining in on their playful adventures. Counting Chickens is perfect for little ones learning to count. Let the feathered fun begin!

One chicken twirls like a top.Two chickens do the bunny hop.Chickens everywhere are breaking into dance. Count-and boogie-up to ten and join the fun, as chickens shake, shimmy, and samba till the cows come home. This whimsical counting book, featuring snappy verse and hilarious art, is sure to have young readers dancing in their seats.

Farmer Dillo paints his barn many different colors until he finds just the right one.

Farmer Apple's pigs feel that there are too many chickens depleting the corn supply.

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