Dusty Counts to Ten and Back Again: Denise Johnson’s Delightful New Book Brings Numbers to Life
Buffalo, United States, 26th Mar 2026 – Denise Johnson has released Dusty Counts to Ten and Back Again, a charming children’s book that combines the love of animals with the magic of learning to count. Based on a true story, the book introduces young readers to Dusty, a clever American Pit Bull Terrier, who shows her owner that counting isn’t just for humans. It’s a skill that even dogs can master!
Through this delightful tale, Dusty surprises everyone by counting her treats, demonstrating her impressive ability to count up to ten and even back down to one. This fun story offers a playful, educational way to introduce children to the fundamental concepts of number sense and one-to-one correspondence, helping them connect numbers to quantities in a meaningful way.
Dusty Counts to Ten and Back Again is designed for young learners and uses high frequency sight words and rhyming phrases to support literacy development. The book aims to engage children while also helping them develop essential math skills that will serve as the foundation for their future education.
The book offers a lighthearted yet educational narrative that reinforces the importance of counting, numbers, and literacy, while also showcasing Dusty’s cleverness and the bond between pet and owner. As readers follow Dusty through her counting adventure, they will gain a deeper understanding of math and enjoy the whimsical tale along the way.
Dusty Counts to Ten and Back Again is available now for purchase on Amazon.
About the Author
Denise Johnson is a mathematics educator with over 20 years of experience teaching across elementary and middle school levels. She began her career in 2003 and has taught second grade, fourth grade, and middle school math, along with serving as a math coach. Since 2012, she has focused on middle school mathematics, working with both general and special education students in diverse classroom settings.
Denise holds a bachelor’s degree in economics and a master’s degree in childhood studies from Rutgers University. Her work emphasizes building strong number sense and helping students develop confidence in math. Her book, Dusty Counts to Ten and Back Again, reflects her commitment to making foundational math concepts engaging and meaningful for young learners.
Company Details
Organization: Kinetic Digital Publishers
Contact Person: Emma Parker
Website: https://www.kineticdigitalpublishers.com/
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Contact Number: +15103980823
Address: 4498 Main St Suite 4 # 1697 Buffalo, NY 14226
City: Buffalo
Country: United States
Release Id: 26032643041