Patterns, Patterns Everywhere
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- $8.99
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- $8.99
Publisher Description
From the ocean’s coral reefs to the jungle and even the dinner table, children learn to discover patterns big and small, hidden within vibrant illustrations and playful rhymes.
"This delightful exploration of patterns works well as a read-aloud and complements early childhood lessons on patterns." —School Library Journal, STARRED REVIEW
“A lovely and beautifully written story that encourages kids to hone their own artistic senses." —Angela Dominguez, NYT bestselling author of the Stella Díaz series
Foster a sense of wonder and creativity with Patterns, Patterns, Everywhere, a stunning picture book that invites young readers to explore the bold, beautiful patterns all around them. Identifying patterns is a key part of early childhood development, helping kids sharpen their reasoning and sequencing skills. This engaging book encourages children not only to find the patterns they can see, but also to think about patterns they can hear, feel, and create.
• Perfect for ages 4-8, an ideal companion for early learning and development.
• A gorgeous gift for birthdays, classrooms, or budding young artists.
• Beautifully illustrated with layered designs that captivate both parents and kids alike.
Step into a world of colors and designs with Patterns, Patterns, Everywhere, a book that turns pattern-finding into an exciting adventure while nurturing a child’s artistic and cognitive development!
MORE PRAISE FOR PATTERNS, PATTERNS EVERYWHERE:
"A new perspective is just one delight to be gained from this stunning picture book." —Foreword Reviews
". . . it’s a fast-moving survey that opens a conversation about the conceit that ranges beyond its usual visual understanding." —Publishers Weekly
PUBLISHERS WEEKLY
"I see patterns everywhere,/ patterns BIG and SMALL," begins artist and designer Menendez, making her picture book debut with this rhyming work focused on repetition. Patterns appear visually in the natural world ("I see patterns/ in the forest,/ flowers, leaves, and birds"), where they can be heard, too ("I hear patterns/ in the jungle's cries/ and the tiger's roar"). A soft-hued spread shows wild animals with dappled coats—a leopard, a baby tapir—surrounded by lush foliage. The human world, subsequent pages show, features just as many patterns: in music and movement, the windows of city buildings, "a painting and in ancient artifacts," and even, in one cozy spread, the decorated spines of books. The book's driving concept isn't defined until readers arrive at its back matter: "A pattern is something (anything!) that repeats." Rendered in loose spreads that feel like a personal sketchbook, though, it's a fast-moving survey that opens a conversation about the conceit that ranges beyond its usual visual understanding. Human characters are portrayed with various abilities, body types, and skin tones. Ages 4–8.
