Math Moments in Read Alouds (A Place for Zero)

Connect Math and Literacy with this Read Aloud Activity Guide. Enjoy the book A Place for Zero by Angeline Sparagna LoPresti together as a class as you explore then mathematical concept of zero. Similar to a Movie Guide, this Read Aloud Activity Guide is great for cross-curricular connections and transitions between math and literacy blocks. Explore what happens as zero is added to other numbers, multiplied by other numbers, and combined with other numbers to create tens and hundreds!

Included in this resource:

• Teacher instruction pages with how best to use each resource and additional materials needed for use
• Black and White Activity Page (PDF)
  • With questions on identity property of zero, multiplicative property of zero, place value, and more!
  • Questions are linked to certain pages in the text
• Teacher Answer Key (PDF)
• Let's Learn More page (PDF) containing even more facts and activities related to the concept and history of zero

How to use this resource:

• Use this Read Aloud Activity Guide to connect story time with math practice and real-life applications. Cross-curricular learning for the win!
• Use during transitions between literacy and math learning blocks, or send home in book bags for students to share in the activity with their families.

Looking for other Math Moments in Read Alouds?

Check out other books for young elementary mathematicians, including Room for Ripley, Counting on Katherine, and Mummy Math!