About This Book
Reach for this book when your child starts noticing the world is made of pieces and parts. It is perfect for those moments when a toddler or preschooler begins to point out circles in the wheels of a car or rectangles in the windows of a house. Beyond just naming shapes, this book introduces the foundational math concept of spatial reasoning by showing how shapes can be transformed and combined to create something entirely new. Maria Alaina guides young readers through a visual puzzle where two triangles become a square and two squares become a rectangle. This process fosters a sense of pride and accomplishment as children solve the visual riddles on each page. It is an ideal choice for parents who want to encourage curiosity and logical thinking while building the essential vocabulary needed for future geometry and engineering concepts.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
None. This is a secular, objective concept book focused entirely on STEM foundations.
Ideal Reader
A 3 to 5 year old who is obsessed with building blocks, Magnatiles, or puzzles. It is particularly suited for a child who enjoys 'how it works' explanations and likes to organize their toys by attribute.
Parent Prep
This book can be read cold. However, parents might want to have a few paper cutouts or blocks handy to physically demonstrate the combinations shown on the pages. A parent might choose this after seeing their child struggle to fit a puzzle piece or after noticing the child is bored with simple 'point and say' shape books and needs a more intellectual challenge.
