This deck of 36 wordless storytelling cards features more than 30 games to build basic mathematics, storytelling and writing skills in children ages 3 - 10. The 12 character, 12 object and 12 setting cards invite children to create stories about mermaids, pirates and more. AGES: 3 to 10 AUTHOR: Debbie Harter has illustrated over 20 books for Barefoot, including the beloved Bear series and several singalongs. As a child, Debbie would lose herself in books (as long as they had pictures) and hopes to continue doing so until she is very old. SELLING POINTS: . This new addition to Barefoot Books' popular Build-a-Story Cards series features more than 30 games crafted by an education specialist to build basic mathematics, storytelling and writing skills in children ages 3 - 10. . The robust instruction booklet includes clear directions for using the cards to reinforce familiarity with basic mathematics concepts such as shapes, relative size and quantity, patterning, measurement, addition, subtraction, counting by 5s and 10s, and word problems. . Includes kid-tested directions for activities that help children understand basic story elements, as well as prompts for drawing and creative writing activities. Featuring delightful artwork by Bear series and Port Side Pirates! illustrator Debbie Harter, the cards themselves are color-coded to indicate characters, objects and settings. HANDY DECK FORMAT: Like the popular Barefoot Books Build-a-Story Cards: Magical Castle, the Build-a-Story Cards: Ocean Adventure deck's 36 sturdy, versatile cards are designed to withstand travel, frequent solo or group play, and home or classroom use.