Einhorn, E. (2008). A very improbable story. Illustrated by Adam Gustavson. Watertown,

MA: Charlesbridge. ISBN: 9781570918711 

4Q/3P

On the last soccer day of the season, Ethan awakes to find a strange cat, named Odds, firmly attached to his head.  The only way Ethan can be free of Odds is to play and win a game of probability.  Figuring out the odds is more of a challenge than Ethan expected, yet understanding probability might actually improve his soccer strategies.

Media: Boldly colored illustrations rendered in oil

Part of the Charlesbridge Math Adventures series.

This picture book with an engaging story can help students understand the basics of probability and will be useful for those struggling with the subject. The characters present a few examples of determining odds, leading to a greater understanding of how probability can be practically applied to many things in life.

TK 4/29/08