Slow and steady wins the race, right? This is a great book to help kids who experience anxiety over timed math tests understand that they are not alone, and, in fact, they just might be kinda special. As the mom of a gifted kid who freaks out when the teacher whips out the timer, I recommend this book for kids and caregivers to read together to foster discussion about math anxiety. I like this quote from the back of the book: "Surprisingly, many of history's greatest mathematicians have been slow calculators. Kudos to Barb Esham for this wise and witty reminder of the difference between rote memorization and higher math reasoning. A perfect book for the child whose passion for exploring the magical world of mathematics is in danger of floundering upon the shoals of the 'mad math minute.'" - Drs. Brock and Fernette, authors of The Mislabled Child.

Peculiar misfit of a book about a third grade boy (this is a picture book?) who gets algebra concepts (not sure preschoolers will even know what that IS). While the idea of smart students showing their brilliance in odd ways is a good one to capture in a story for younger kids, this seemed to be more an idea that should have been developed into a chapter book.