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"A visually stunning introduction to patterns found in nature. Perfect for early STEM learning in preschool and kindergarten. From the dots on a ladybug to the spiral on a snail, patterns in nature can be found anywhere. This simple and playful concept book introduces the littlest of readers to both math and nature while engaging their creative potential. By the end, kids will be able to identify: Spots and stripes Spirals and symmetry Waves and honeycombs And more After learning about key patterns, the book's final page--a striking sunflower--will inspire kids to find patterns for themselves. Vibrant and immersive, Wings, Waves & Webs invites young children to discover the beauty of the world around them."--
About the author
Robin Mitchell Cranfield is an illustrator, teacher, and graphic designer. Her series of
Windy books — co-created with Judith Steedman — were nominated for a BC Book Prize and profiled in
Print Magazine. Robin and Judith developed their books into a series of interactive storytelling apps for children, which were honored by the Kidscreen Awards, iTunes Editor’s Choice, the Parents’ Choice Awards and a Bologna Ragazzi Award. Robin currently teaches design and illustration at Emily Carr.
Wings, Waves & Webs is her fifth children’s book.
Summary
A visually stunning introduction to patterns found in nature. Perfect for early STEM learning in preschool and kindergarten.
From the dots on a ladybug to the spiral on a snail, patterns in nature can be found anywhere. This simple and playful concept book introduces the littlest of readers to both math and nature while engaging their creative potential. By the end, kids will be able to identify:
- Spots and stripes
- Spirals and symmetry
- Waves and honeycombs
- And more
After learning about key patterns, the book’s final page—a striking sunflower—will inspire kids to find patterns for themselves. Vibrant and immersive,
Wings, Waves & Webs invites young children to discover the beauty of the world around them.
Foreword
- Print galley mailing
- Submission to all major trade journals
- Digital galley promoted on Edelweiss
- Promoted at ALA, Children’s Institute, and other trade shows
- Library promotion
- International reviews
- Social media campaign and influencer outreach
