Rocky Mountain 123s

Jocey Asnong turns early numeracy into an outdoor journey in Rocky Mountain 123s. Different mountain animals take part in imaginative activities that connect each number with a memorable scene, from three bears sliding down scree to six lynx practising snowboard tricks and eight elk learning to skate.

The illustrations also introduce young readers to places and landscapes across western Canada, including Takkakaw Falls, Lake Louise, Fernie and Maligne Canyon. The combination of counting, wildlife and mountain settings gives children several ways to engage with each page while reinforcing number recognition. The repeated pairing of numbers with animals and activities also supports shared reading and early counting practice.

The sturdy board-book format is designed for toddlers, preschoolers and repeated family reading. It combines early numeracy with mountain wildlife and outdoor adventure, making it useful for Canadian Rockies gift displays as well as early-learning and regional children’s collections.