Beautifully Illustrated Nature Book. Using beautifully illustrated examples from nature, different categories of natural objects and creatures are are explained in brief paragraphs surrounded by a huge variety of labeled examples. Some of the categories include leaves, fruits and vegetables, and flowers, as well as fins and scales, shells, and fur and hair. There's a wide variety of examples given on each two page sprea; I didn't count, but there must be fifty small illustrations of flowers. The colors depend a lot on the examples. Flowers are shown in lots of pinks and reds, vegetables in greens, and shells in browns and grays. Good Points: At the end of the book, there is a chart of twelve patterns and shapes such as round, wavy, branched, and striped, and a few examples given for each. Young readers can then go back through the pages and find further examples of these shapes. I can't think of any shape book that has such extensive illustrations, and this can't be beat for attractive design or number of examples. My only criticism is that there is extensive use of cursive font for labeling, and my students are no longer taught how to write cursive, so it is like a foreign language to them! Since cursive is usually taught in second or third grade, when it is taught, this also makes the book slightly harder to use with emerging readers.

Like Base's 1993 Animalia, this is a rich depository of lovely examples of a wide range of natural objects that will lead to hours of pleasant perusing. - Karen Yingling, YA Books Central

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Autorentext

Jana Sedlackova is a children’s book author who graduated from the School of Textile Design and Management. In her free time, she enjoys singing in choirs and decorating gingerbread during Christmastime. Her work is driven by the belief that everyone is searching for the perfect fairytale. She hails from Brno, Czech Republic. Stepanka Sekaninova used to work as a TV reporter and in the production of children’s programs. Now she is a writer and an editor-in-chief, living in the Czech Republic. Magdalena Konecna illustrated her first book when she was only 17 years old. Her main sources of inspiration are her dreams and travels and the natural world. You can find her pictures on greeting cards and in notebooks, as well as in various publications. She lives and works in the Czech Republic.

Klappentext

Discover the Hidden Geometry of the Natural World in This Stunning STEM Picture Book! From swirling seashells to spotted fur, nature is bursting with repeating shapes and mesmerizing patterns—and this beautifully illustrated book helps children ages 6–9 uncover them all. Shapes and Patterns in Nature invites young readers on a visual journey through the natural world, revealing how waves, dots, spirals, stripes, and stars appear in everything from animals and plants to minerals and landscapes. Whether it’s a heart-shaped leaf, a starfish, or the camouflage patterns that help creatures survive, each page is packed with fascinating facts and vibrant artwork that make learning feel like an adventure. Shapes and Patterns in Nature is a celebration of nature’s hidden wonders—and a powerful tool for sparking curiosity and learning.

• STEM Learning Made Beautiful – Introduces early geometry and pattern recognition through real-world examples in nature.
• Supports Visual Thinking & Observation Skills – Encourages kids to look closely and think critically about the world around them.
• Perfect for Curious Minds – Ideal for classrooms, homeschoolers, and nature-loving families.
• Award-Winning Series – Part of the Nature’s Wonderful Colors collection, selected by the Wall Street Journal as one of the “Best Picture Books for Kids.”
• Great Gift for Budding Scientists & Artists – Inspires creativity and appreciation for the beauty of nature’s design. For over 75 years, Albatros Media has been crafting original and innovative children's books that are both playful and educational, fostering curiosity and a thirst for knowledge in young minds. We deliver the highest quality children’s books from novelty, picture, pop-up, and how-to books, to non-fiction, and fairy tale books.

Zusammenfassung

Perfect for children ages 10 and up who are ready to dive into the world of diverse shapes and patterns hiding everywhere in nature!

From fish to vegetables, flowers, and shells, you’d be surprised how often the same shapes and patterns are repeated in nature. Even the tiniest ones have a place in nature and a reason to be there.

In Shapes and Patterns in Nature, children and readers will discover the many patterns found in nature and learn what each pattern can tell us about an animal or plant. Discover the marvelous shapes and patterns nature has to offer! 

Leseprobe
Prelude/Leaves/Tree bark/Flowers/Fruits & vegetables/Nuts & seeds/Shells/Insect wings & shards/Fish fins & scales/Skin & carapaces/Bird wings & feathers/Fur & Hair/Minerals & crystals/Parade of shapes & patterns

Inhalt

Prelude
Leaves
Tree bark
Flowers
Fruits & vegetables
Nuts & seeds
Shells
Insect wings & shards
Fins & scales
Skin & carapaces
Bird wings & feathers
Fur & hair
Minerals & crystals
A parade of patterns & shapes