Shapes

by Patrick George

Go on a journey of shapes with this story-in-pictures portrayed boldly, graphically and with vibrancy.

Genres: Picture Books, Childrens, Transport, Mathematics

52 pages, Hardcover

First published September 1, 2011

About the author

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Reviews

[Mama Bibliosoph · Rating 5 out of 5]

Patrick George's acetate books are works of art that children love—and for autistic kids, who often get more out of a multi-sensory experience, they are a kind of nirvana. His books feature transparencies that reveal surprises as you flip the pages. The graphic art is bold, colorful, and appealing, and the visual trickery is endlessly joyful and fun to share with others.

I was lucky enough to interview Patrick for my blog, Line Up the Books, which explores picture books from the perspective of a parent of twins with autism. That interview includes a detailed discussion of "Magic Shapes."

https://www.lineupthebooks.com/interv...

[Nancy · Rating 3 out of 5]

Interesting

[Paula · Rating 4 out of 5]

"Square, circle, diamond, and more: follow a mysterious red box as it travels by air, train, and truck--and take a happy trip through the world of shapes, too! As the package makes its way, turn the transparent acetate to see everything from a big circular sun and oval owl to a triangular pyramid. Magic Shapes is a fun, colorful, and unique way to learn."--Publisher's description.

[Elizabeth · Rating 3 out of 5]

Pretty good, but harder to pull off for ST.

[Erin · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book follows a package from shipping to destination. The unique clear pages are used to introduce young ones to shapes along the way. Very creative!

Great for toddler storytimes.

[Elizabeth Moreau Nicolai · Rating 3 out of 5]

Not as good as the rest of the "magic" books.

[Elvira · Rating 4 out of 5]

Wonderful interactive conceptual book introducing the basic shapes and some not so basic.