Sir Cumference and the roundabout battle

By Cindy Neuschwander

Subjects: Juvenile literature, Counting, Counting, juvenile literature, Rounding (Numerical analysis), Counting books

Description: When Steward Edmund Rounds and Sir Cumference notice that there are strangers camped nearby, Rounds II decides to investigate despite being involved with the task of learning how to make accurate counts of the castle's stores of food, supplies, and weaponry. When he reports back that an enemy is lying in wait, everyone moves quickly to defend the castle. But wait! Will Rounds II be able to figure out how many bows and arrows they have to create an appropriate battle plan? Using rounding techniques to figure out the totals more quickly, Rounds II is just in time to help stave off a potentially disastrous attack. Series Overview: This well-known series features Sir Cumference, Lady Di of Ameter, and other members of the castle community in math adventures with engaging storylines that make learning and practicing math fun.