First Sums (Chrismas Mini-lift-the-flap) by Lisa Regan

This engaging Christmas-themed board book transforms early math practice into a festive guessing game, inviting preschoolers to solve simple addition problems by lifting sturdy flaps. Each page presents a basic sum using cheerful holiday illustrations—think adding two snowmen to three more—making number recognition and counting feel like playful discovery. The interactive lift-the-flap format encourages active participation, turning what could be a lesson into an exciting treasure hunt for solutions. Young children will delight in revealing the answers hidden beneath each flap, reinforcing their understanding through hands-on learning.

What sets this educational book apart is its seamless blend of seasonal joy with foundational arithmetic skills, perfectly pitched for toddlers and preschoolers just beginning their numeracy journey. The Christmas context keeps the learning light and celebratory, while the mini-flaps are ideally sized for little fingers to manipulate independently. Parents seeking to introduce early math concepts in a pressure-free, engaging way will find this resource particularly valuable. It’s a clever tool that makes first sums feel less like work and more like part of the holiday magic.