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Name: Jump, kangaroo, jump
Author: Stuart J. Murphy

📘 Jump, kangaroo, jump by Stuart J. Murphy

Jump, kangaroo, jump invites young readers into a cheerful camp setting where an enthusiastic kangaroo and his animal friends break into teams to participate in various field‑day activities. Through playful illustrations and group challenges, children see how fractions and division work in everyday situations, turning a simple game into a practical lesson in mathematics. The book encourages teamwork, problem‑solving, and a love of numbers in a relatable Australian wilderness context.

First publish date: 1999

Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books

Authors: Stuart J. Murphy

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