Shapes Two

A visual introduction to geometric shapes in the world

David E McAdams

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Life Is a Story Problem LLC
11 March 2025

Picture storybooks; Early learning: size, shapes & patterns

Series: Math Books for Children

Shapes Two builds upon the foundation established in Shapes, challenging young readers to identify geometric forms hidden within real-world images. By engaging in this search, children strengthen their visual recognition, pattern detection, and cognitive development in a fun and engaging way.

Each page presents a specific shape for children to find, reinforcing spatial awareness and problem-solving skills. After making their discoveries, they can check their answers using a key at the back of the book, where the prompted shapes are outlined in red. However, additional occurrences of the shape may exist within the image, encouraging deeper exploration and critical thinking.

As shapes can appear differently from various angles, this book also introduces young learners to the concept of perspective. For example, on page 28, salt crystals with square sides may appear as diamonds when viewed from a corner. If your child is puzzled by this, try finding objects of similar shapes at home and observing them from different angles to explore how perspective influences perception.

To extend the learning experience, parents and educators can encourage children to identify additional shapes beyond those prompted, further enhancing their ability to recognize geometric forms in everyday environments.

Shapes Two is part of a growing series, with future books introducing progressively more complex shape recognition challenges. These books help children refine their observational skills and develop a lifelong appreciation for the geometry that surrounds them.

By: David E McAdams
Imprint: Life Is a Story Problem LLC
Edition: Large type / large print edition
Dimensions: Height: 229mm, Width: 152mm, Spine: 6mm
Weight: 249g
ISBN: 9781632706867
ISBN 10: 1632706865
Series: Math Books for Children
Pages: 42
Publication Date: 11 March 2025
Recommended Age: From 4 to 7 years
Audience: Children/juvenile , English as a second language
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

David E. McAdams is an accomplished author with a passion for making complex concepts accessible to readers of all ages. With a diverse background in mathematics and education, he has dedicated his career to developing engaging books that introduce children and young learners to fundamental ideas in math, colors, and beyond. McAdams has written numerous educational books, including Parrot Colors, Shapes, Numbers, One Penny, Two, and the Geometric Nets Project Book series. His works are designed to spark curiosity and foster a deeper understanding of subjects such as set theory, fractals, and mathematical literacy. Through fun, interactive activities and beautifully illustrated picture books, he aims to make learning an enjoyable experience for young minds. Recognizing the importance of math literacy, especially among high school students, McAdams has spent years creating resources to help children and teenagers build a strong mathematical vocabulary. His comprehensive dictionary, All Math Words Dictionary, serves as a valuable reference for students studying pre-algebra, algebra, geometry, and pre-calculus. Beyond writing, McAdams enjoys programming computers and gardening. His love for learning and creativity is reflected not only in his books but also in his approach to life. He takes great joy in spending time with his children and grandchildren, who often inspire his work. For more information about David E. McAdams and his books, visit www.demcadams.com.