I See a Pattern Here

Reviewed by: Patricia Temple - Long Island Community Library, Long Island, Southern Maine Library District

Review Date: January 12, 2016

Review

This title follows the author's previous books about estimation and probability. This book explores patterns and heightens the reader's ability to identify them in math, nature and art. Starting with the simple definition, "A pattern is something that repeats" and accompanied by photographs of familiar objects that feature basic patterns, the stage is set to build on the reader's new found knowledge. Each new, increasingly complex, concept is introduced with clear text and helpful diagram/photographs. Text bubbles labeled "MathSpeak" are also attached to each new idea to give readers the authentic math term for each new topic. This colorful, interactive concept book is useful for a broad age range. It is a basic introduction to recognizing patterns for young readers, but the book also challenges more advanced readers to predict sequences and grasp more complex aspects of patterns such as symmetry, rotation, tessellation and more. This book could also be used in a variety of art lessons.

Overall Book Score: very good