About This Book
Reach for this book when your child starts noticing the world with 'scientist eyes,' asking why a beehive looks like a grid or how a snail grew its curly shell. It is the perfect bridge for a child who loves nature but might be intimidated by traditional math. By showing geometry in action, it transforms abstract concepts into tangible, beautiful wonders they can find in their own backyard. Through stunning photography and clear, rhythmic text, the book explores hexagons, spirals, and symmetries across various ecosystems. It fosters a deep sense of wonder and gratitude for the natural world while building essential early literacy and STEM vocabulary. It is ideal for children aged 4 to 6 who are ready to transition from simple shape recognition to understanding how those shapes function in the wild.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
None. This is a purely secular, science-based exploration of the natural world.
Ideal Reader
A preschooler or kindergartner who is a 'collector' of things: someone who brings home interesting rocks, leaves, or shells and wants to know the story behind their treasures.
Parent Prep
This book is best read 'warm' rather than cold. Parents should be prepared to pause and point out similarities between the photos and objects in their own home or garden. No sensitive content requires previewing. A parent might choose this after hearing their child ask a 'big' question like, 'Who made the flowers look like that?' or after noticing a child struggling to see the real-world application of school math lessons.
