A great story for children learning mathematical concepts,The King's Chessboardtells the story of a wise man who refuses the king's reward for completing a favor. When the king insists the man accept a reward, the man proposes a deal- He will take a payment of rice equal to each square on the king's chessboard-doubling the amount he receives with each day. This quickly empties out the royal coffers. . . .
A Notable Children's Trade Book in the Field of Social Studies and Outstanding Science Trade Book for Children"
By:
David Birch Illustrated by:
Devis Grebu Imprint: Puffin Country of Publication: Australia Dimensions:
Height: 267mm,
Width: 214mm,
Spine: 3mm
Weight: 136g ISBN:9780140548808 ISBN 10: 0140548807 Pages: 32 Publication Date:01 July 1993 Recommended Age: From 0 to 3 years Audience:
Children/juvenile
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English as a second language
Format:Paperback Publisher's Status: Active