Published by Greystone Books
Summary: Readers are invited to find patterns in nature, beginning with simple ones like spots (a ladybug and a guinea fowl feather) and stripes (a skunk and a sunflower seed). The patterns become increasingly complex, moving on to mirror and radial symmetry, branching, and collective motion. Each type is accompanied by one or two illustrations that show the pattern in nature. The final spread of a flower garden invites the reader to look for the different patterns that have just been introduced. 36 pages; ages 4-8.
Pros: A simple but thorough introduction to patterns that will have kids recognizing them in everyday life. The beautiful graphics make this an eye-catching addition to STEM collections.
Cons: I know the Oxford comma is optional, but I would have made the title Wings, Waves, & Webs.


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