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Bees, Snails, & Peacock Tails: Patterns & Shapes . . . Naturally

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Children are fascinated by the world around them. Watch a young child, as they draw patterns in the sand or trace the lines in a seashell. If your child loves animals and visual details, look for this book.

This poetry picture book about patterns in nature brought delight to my children, through its vibrant pictures, the engaging poetry and the fascinating concepts. Franco and Jenkins explore the many forms and functions of nature's geometry. They show the mathematical genius of the bee, as it fits hexagons side by side in its honeycomb. They light up our eyes with the symmetry of the moth, showing the "stunning 'eyes', perfectly matched on either side." But my favorite poem is of the spider:

"Some spiders weave
delicate tapestries
that shine in the sunlight
and sway in the breeze.
They spin lacy lines,
then go round
and round.
Their knowledge of shapes
is truly profound."