Overview
As parents, we always want the best education for our children. We want them to be proficient in essential life skills such as reading, writing, and arithmetic. But what do you do when you find out that your little one is having a difficult time learning numbers?

The Struggle is Real
My own experience was a bit of a struggle. Despite endless nights of number practice, my child continued to have difficulty grasping the concept of numbers. He just couldn't connect the number symbols to their corresponding quantities. This persisting issue had me worried and prompted me to seek help in several books and resources on children's education.

The Power of Storybooks
In the process, I discovered a powerful groundwork for children's education – Storybooks. Storybooks present 'fun' in learning, they take the pressure off the child, allowing them to absorb information when they are most open and receptive. I realized that uninteresting and monotonous number drills were nowhere near as effective.

Finding the Right Books
I started to look for children's books that used stories to explain the concept of numbers and counting. Some books that came across as noteworthy include 'One Fish Two Fish Red Fish Blue Fish' by Dr Seuss, 'How many Jelly Beans?' by Andrea Menotti, and 'Mouse Count' by Ellen Stoll Walsh.

Seeing the Change
My child's learning experience drastically changed, the stories caught his interest and he found the process a lot less intimidating. The transformation was observable, and he began understanding numbers, which was a huge step forward.

Using Children Books Effectively
Using storybooks for teaching numbers isn't about passive reading. It involves active participation from both the parent and the child. Discuss the characters, the number of objects in the book and relate it to everyday life. This method increases their understanding of numbers and boosts their mathematical thinking.

To Sum Up
The journey to teaching my child using children's books was both challenging and rewarding. Remember, every child learns at their own pace and in their own way. Our role as parents is to provide them with the necessary tools and loving support. Utilizing children's books as a teaching tool not only enhances your child's academic skills but also fosters a lifelong love for reading.

Next time when your child struggles with understanding numbers, turn off the laptop, put away the worksheets and pick a children's book. It just might be the magic solution you're looking for.