Patterns in the Park

Reviewed by: Sheila Dube - Springvale Public Library, Springvale, Southern Maine Library District

Review Date: February 3, 2016

Review

This non-fiction concept book is part of the "Seeing Patterns All Around" series for younger readers. In this offering, various patterns are explained using a neighborhood park, a pond and landscape. The crisp, engaging photos concisely illustrate the singular concept presented in simple sentences on each two page spread. Concepts explained include: one is not a pattern, a pattern is repeating, alternating pattern, striped, checkerboard, polka dot, spiral and irregular pattern. Sawyer provides a one page multiple choice to reinforce the concept as well as a glossary that provides a picture of the item, the word and the pronunciation. Back matter includes an index, two suggested books and a website. This is an excellent tool for beginning readers to learn about patterns.

Overall Book Score: excellent